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Coin (Thaler) Showing Francis I

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver coin with a raised rim and reeded edge. The coin features a portrait of a man in profile view with long hair, facing right. He has a large wig. The words "Francis I" are implied as part of the image but not directly visible. The coin's surface exhibits discoloration and wear, with brown and black spots visible. The coin appears to be a Thaler.

Artwork details

Date:
1756
Medium:
Silver
Culture:
Austrian
Dimensions:
600 × 600 px
Museum record:
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