Austria Hieronymus von Colloredo Silver Taler 1792 M AU 58
$375.00
$387.19
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| Quantity | Check/Wire | Credit Card |
|---|---|---|
| 1+ | 375.00 | 387.19 |
- SKU: BFB005770
- Categories: WORLD EUROPE 1700 TO 1945
The Austrian taler was a large silver coin issued from the 16th century onward, becoming one of the most influential trade coins in Europe. Typically struck in high-purity silver, its obverse often bore the portrait of the ruling monarch, while the reverse displayed dynastic symbols. The taler, also called the thaler, gave rise to the word “dollar” and remained in circulation in Austria until the mid-19th century, influencing European and global currencies alike. This coin features Hieronymus von Colloredo, who from 1772 to 1803 was Prince-Archbishop of Salzburg, a territory in the Holy Roman Empire.
The region of Austria was a core territory of the Holy Roman Empire, ruled for centuries by the Habsburg family. From the late Middle Ages onward, Austria served as both a political and military center, with the Habsburgs holding the title of Holy Roman Emperor for much of the empire’s later history. The region was characterized by a mix of Germanic, Slavic, and Central European cultures, and its cities became important centers of trade, administration, and learning. Austria also played a key role in defending the empire against external threats, including the Ottoman Empire, and in shaping imperial policies. Its position within the Holy Roman Empire laid the groundwork for Austria’s emergence as a major European power in the early modern period.
This coin was graded AU 58 (almost uncirculated 58), using the Sheldon grading scale from 1 to 70. It was graded by the Numismatic Grading Company, the official grading service of the American Numismatic Association and the Professional Numismatists Guild. Here is more information about the coin grade.
The region of Austria was a core territory of the Holy Roman Empire, ruled for centuries by the Habsburg family. From the late Middle Ages onward, Austria served as both a political and military center, with the Habsburgs holding the title of Holy Roman Emperor for much of the empire’s later history. The region was characterized by a mix of Germanic, Slavic, and Central European cultures, and its cities became important centers of trade, administration, and learning. Austria also played a key role in defending the empire against external threats, including the Ottoman Empire, and in shaping imperial policies. Its position within the Holy Roman Empire laid the groundwork for Austria’s emergence as a major European power in the early modern period.
This coin was graded AU 58 (almost uncirculated 58), using the Sheldon grading scale from 1 to 70. It was graded by the Numismatic Grading Company, the official grading service of the American Numismatic Association and the Professional Numismatists Guild. Here is more information about the coin grade.
Obverse: HIERONYMVS D : G · A · & · P · S · A · S · L · N · G · PRIM (Hieronymus Dei Gratia Archiepiscopus et Princeps Salisburgensis Apostolicae Sedis Legatus Natus Germaniae Primas, translation: Hieronymus, by the grace of God, Prince Archbishop of Salzburg, born Legate of the Holy See, Primate of Germany) Bust of Prince-archbishop Hieronymus von Colloredo facing right, wearing cross on neck ribbon and mantle.
Reverse: Coat of arms of Prince-archbishop Hieronymus von Colloredo, with cross and galero (archbishop's hat) with tasselated strings above. Crowned mantle behind. Sword and crosier in the background.
Reference: KM 465, Dav 1265
