Bicentaler - 200th Anniversary of Maria Theresa Taler

€2.00
LocationAustrian Empire
Year1980
TypeCommemorative medal
CompositionSilver (.8333) (Fine Weight: 23.39 g)
Weight28.07 g
Diameter42.00 mm
Thickness
ShapeRound
TechniqueCounterstamped, Milled
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
EdgeThe counterstamp pictures the Eastern Hemisphere (Europe, Africa, Middle East and India), to show the many places where the Maria Theresa Taler has circulated. Accordingly, Mel Wacks authorized  up to 1,500 counterstamp coins with records indicating t
Period
NoticeAdam Cool
Reference(s)
Obverse descriptionCounterstamp pictures the Eastern Hemisphere (Europe, Africa, Middle East and India), surrounded by “BICENTALER 1780-1980” plus the initials “MRW.” In the background is the coin`s original image of Maria Theresa Taler.
Obverse letteringR·IMP·HU·BO·REG· M·THERESIA·D·G· BICENTALER 1780-1980 MRW S·F·
Obverse scriptLatin
Reverse descriptionImperial crown flanked by a pair of eagle heads above a shield covered in different coats of arms.
Reverse letteringBVRG·CO·TYR·1780·X ARCHID·AVST·DVX·
Reverse scriptLatin
Engraver
Mintage1980  - - 200
Catalog ID5651715980
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