Thou there have been many reprints and fakes the originals value to me stems only from my personal connection to them. The coin that started me on coins, the maria theresa thaler. The maria theresa thaler mtt is a silver bullion coin and a type of conventionsthaler that has. The mints of maria theresa when maria theresa assumed office, she took over the denominations as well as the weight and fineness of her fathers coin. Because these coins have been issued over and over again since 1780 by dozens of different mints around the world, they are worth only their value in silver bullion. Find great deals on ebay for maria theresa coin and maria theresia coin. Nov 07, 2017 the maria theresa thaler is a silver bullion coin that has been minted continuously since 1741. Huge selection of numismatic books and old auction catalogs. Early use of currency in kenya commenced with the arab influence who were among the first to use currency as we know it. Kevin rushby follows clara semple on the trail of the coin that launched a thousand.
Serge pelletier asked for maria theresa taler information. Nov 23, 2019 the maria theresa or theresia thaler coin is one of the oldest coins that are still in circulation today. Either way the demand for mtts was such that when maria theresa died in 1780, the empire. Currently there are only three known examples of maria theresa thalers that were actually struck in 1780 at the guenzburg mint. History of kenyan currency knec kasneb kism ebooks kenya. Originally struck in austria from 1740 to 1780, the thaler was. These chapters cover silver mining and coin production, an overview of the life of empress maria theresa, and the imperial use of the thaler. However, these coins are restrikes, not originals, not rare, and not very valuable. Coinweek, in its retrospective on the mtt, took issue with this hypothesis, pointing out that islamic attitudes towards female modesty and would actually work against the mtt. Its design, luster and fine detail have earned it a reputation as one of the worlds most beautiful coins. Maria theresa thalers can still be found in the souqs around the middle east, and are often stumbled upon in the far corners of the world.
In the obverse of the silver coin is the image of maria theresa, empress of. Maria theresia talers have a number of distinct features which can be used to determine the mint and. This page provides a list of known variants of maria theresia talers. It played a crucial part in the dowry payments during marriage and was much prized by women as a component in jewellery and also as an amulet to protect the wearer from the evil eye. Alexander concludes his two part essay on the maria teresa taler. Maria theresa succeeded her father, charles vi, as ruler of the kingdoms of austria and hungary in 1740. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. This first comprehensive account of the maria theresa thaler in english covers. The coin was struck at the ancient austrian mint and has. The maria theresa thaler mtt is a silver bullion coin that has been used in world trade continuously since it was first minted in 1751. If the tail feather formation on your coin doesnt match the photograph stop dreaming. I am writing in reply to serge pelletiers inquiry about the maria theresia thalers.
Silver content 833 34 oz silver and not rare in any way so never pay excessive mark up over silver content unless you really like. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. Maria theresa thaler, austrian silver bullion coincraft. Probably between 400 to 800 million thalers have been minted since it was introduced and is still being made by the austrian mint today. To describe maria theresia taler variants, we follow the classification and numbering scheme introduced by dr. This list is by its very nature incomplete with new variants still being discovered and is being extended on an ongoing basis. Scattered across the globe are millions of the handsome 28 gram silver coins known as the maria theresa thaler mtt. The maria theresa thaler, however, was much more than simply a coin of trade. The following table summarizes the major variants and approximate strike dates for maria theresia talers struck with date 1780. There are between 100 and 150 major variants, and an uncountable number of strikes with minor differences. Restrike maria theresa thalers some corrections coin. Make offer world silver coins 1780 austria maria theresa thaler silver crown size coin rare.
The story of the maria theresa thaler world archaeology. Maria theresia talers have a number of distinct features which can be used to determine the mint and strike date of an individual specimen. A beautiful and fascinating book about one of the most famous coins of the. This 1780 maria theresa trade dollar thaler is one oz. Volume 3, number 48, november 19, 2000, article 5 maria theresa thaler info sought serge pelletier writes. The maria theresa silver thaler is perhaps the most recognizable bullion coin in the world, having been used for trade since its inception in 1741. Make offer antique austria maria theresa 1780 thaler silver coin pendant 1780 austria maria theresa silver thaler 19th century restrike. The maria theresa taler of austria is probably the coin most often officially restruck of any coin in the world. An original maria theresa taler thaler coin community forum. View austria thaler prices in the free world price guide on. To describe maria theresia taler variants, we follow the classification and numbering.
The coin is named after empress maria theresa who ruled austria, hungary and bohemia from 1740 to 1780. The coin was particularly popular with the countries of the middle east and northeastern africa, where it was used for trade with such countries as india and china, where silver was a long established measure of value. The maria theresa thaler is a silver bullion coin that has been minted continuously since 1741. First struck in 1741 the habsburg coin has been minted ever since the death of the empress in 1780 carrying that date on the reverse. The maria theresa thaler coin was first minted in the year 1740 in honor of austrias archduchess and bohemias and hungarys queen maria theresia. The maria theresa thaler mtt is a silver bullion coin and a type of conventionsthaler that has been used in world trade continuously since it was first minted in 1741. The next three chapters of the book give attention to the european origins of the coin. Get the best deals on maria theresa silver thaler when you shop the. Maria theresa thaler silver coin portland gold buyers, llc.
Original 1780 non restrike burgau maria theresa thaler. Shop 1780 at silver maria theresa thaler restrike brilliant uncirculated and more authentic and unique collectibles coins at amazons collectible coins store. Maria theresa thaler wikimili, the best wikipedia reader. Add the 1780 austria maria theresa silver thaler aubu to your cart today.
The maria theresa thaler silver bullion has been struck at the austrian mint from 1780 until now. Formerly used by oman and muscat as their official. A double headed eagle on the back and maria theresa on the fornt. The maria theresa or theresia thaler coin is one of the oldest coins that are still in circulation today. All maria theresa thalers minted after 1780 bear the date 1780. Buy maria theresa thaler and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay.
Thus the most important coin was the taler, which as she confirmed in the coin instruction of 17 july 1741 should be issued at 28. Version in coin capsule for the collector album empress maria theresa a historical souvenir combining beauty of design with the value of silver, the maria theresa taler is one of the austrian mints most internationally recognised coins. The maria teresa taler a coin for the centuries, part ii. More than 400 million have been stamped out from mints. Dec 09, 2014 noted numismatist and austrian coin expert david t. The maria theresa thaler has been struck from 1780 to the present. This coin being rare let alone with errors was produced by maria theresa original in 1765 for her husband francis i and there were three type coins made by her order and the last being the p1780 which she died just after and few where minted. Apr 06, 2018 longest minted coin maria theresa thaler duration. The maria theresa thaler pronounced tahler is known to coin collectors and scholars simply as the mtt. This thaler coin, made from silver, went into circulation in 1740 and lasted until the. I bought a 1870 maria theresia thaler that looks really great, but that is what worrys me, it looks like a brand new proof coin, so i was wondering could someone have a look at the photos and give me a straight answer is it a fake on like a souvenir or the real thing. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. What is a 1780 maria theresa silver coin worth answers. A maria theresa thaler is a silver bullion coin that has been minted continuously since 1741.
It is not only one of the most beautiful silver coins in the world, it is also the most famous and most widely spread. Antique austria maria theresa 1780 thaler silver coin pendant. Joseph kalmer and ludwig hyun in the book abessinien estimate that over 20% of 245 million coins minted until 1931 ended up in ethiopia. These are large silver coins that contain about 34 of an ounce. It is named after empress maria theresa, who ruled austria, hungary, and bohemia from 1740 to 1780 and is depicted on the coin. Feb 28, 2016 hello, i picked up a 1780 sf thaler austria pcgs vf25 few years ago off of ebay. Oct 24, 2014 the coin that started me on coins, the maria theresa thaler. The maria theresa thaler is a dangerous subject to make any comment on. Please look carefully at the photos and grade the coin for yourself as this is the actual coin you will receive. Celebrating the 300th anniversary of her birth in 1717, the fourcoin empress maria theresa series is minted in extra bold relief to give each proof quality 20. Mar 06, 2020 shepard pond, the maria theresa thaler. Detailed information about the coin 1 thaler, maria theresia, austria, habsburg, with pictures and collection and swap management.
The next section of semples book covers the ascent and use of the coin as an internationally traded commodity. Original and restrike the maria theresia taler 1780. Also note the spelling of aust dux modern post 1797 burgau mtt have. This thaler coin, made from silver, went into circulation in 1740 and lasted until the 21st century in ethiopia and in most areas of the arab peninsula. I am doing some research of the maria theresa thaler and have come acroos the following readers ask column in coin world april 4, 1994. Design of the 1780x austria maria theresa silver thaler. So the fine silver content of a thaler silver coin is 23. That coin is the silver maria theresa thaler, pronounced tahler and known by. The maria theresa thaler, minted from 1741, enjoyed a special role as trade currency and continued to be minted long after the death of maria theresa in 1780, with coins minted after her. The thing is that its not attributed as a restrike or an early restrike so that makes me wonder if its an original but to my knowledge the sf didnt appear on the original thalers but only on the restrikes. Please click on the images and links within the table for. Because of this, the coins sell for about spot, and their silver content is. The current accepted body of knowledge is riddled with errors.
Unfollow maria theresa thaler to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The coin is in raw very shiny mirror like uncertified condition, it has excellent details and is a beautiful coin. Make offer antique austria maria theresa 1780 thaler silver coin pendant. A famous trade coin, bulletin of the business historical society, vol. The story of the maria theresa thaler 9780954970109 by semple, clara and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. The 1780x austria maria theresa silver thaler features a portrait of the woman for whom it was named, maria theresa, on the obverse. I send these out by the end of the evening when all our lots have finished. Its a bit tedious seeing all the ebay listings of original 1780 maria theresa thalers. The maria theresa thaler a famous trade coin although the spanish dollar described in the february issue of the bulletin was unquestionably the worlds most famous large silver coin, there was a large area of the near eastthe levant, arabia, egypt, the sudan, abyssinia, and northeastern africa. A silver legend by clara semple books the guardian. I want to melt them down and make a coin with my sigil on it. The maria theresa thaler is probably one of the most famous and well known coins of the world. Because these coins have been issued over and over again since 1780 by dozens of different mints around the.
Queen maria theresia was also often called empress because of her husband francis stephen, or emperor franz i, who was elected as the holy roman emperor in 1745. Get the best deals on maria theresa silver thaler when you shop the largest online selection. Protect and display your thaler in style by adding an attractive display or gift box to your order. New listing 1780 empress maria theresa large silver thaler coin struck 18901900 vienna. Over time, the maria theresa thaler became the best known and most popular silver coin in the arabian world. Restruck at various mints since empress maria theresas death in 1780 including vienna, london, paris and rome the date of 1780 on the coins remained the same, a mark of genuineness to populations where many of the coins circulated. Volume 3, number 49, november 26, 2000, article 3 maria theresia thaler literature ralf w. Vienna mint, a coin struck around 1781 guenzburg mint, and a current restrike. The story of the maria theresa taler is undoubtedly unique in the history of money and numismatics.
Coin thaler tradition austria has a tradition of issuing commemorative coins after the death of an emperor, with the date frozen. It was named after empress maria theresa, who ruled austria, hungary, and bohemia from 1740 to 1780. Note that all maria theresa thalers minted after 1780 bear the date 1780. Most of those listings are usually of corroded post 1853 restrikes. The maria theresa thaler, minted from 1741, enjoyed a special role as trade currency and continued to be minted long after the death of maria theresa in 1780, with coins minted after her death always showing the year 1780. Maria theresia taler variants the maria theresa thaler 1780.
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