#20 • Maria Theresa Thaler mounted coin necklace, sterling

Part of 260730 - "Unwind & Reset" Watches, Jewelry & Coins - July 23 - July 30 (timed auction by Jones & Horan Auctions)

High bid $250.00

Status: Sold

Austria, Maria Theresa Thaler, 1780 (silver restrike) mounted in a sterling silver bezel and attached to sterling silver chain, chain measures 24 inches in overall length, coin in mounting measures 48mm in diameter 51mm to top of bale. A striking necklace featuring a prominent piece of numismatic history. Gross weight of combined sterling chain and mounted coin 68.8 dwt (107.0 g). 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. It is named after Maria Theresa, who ruled Austria, Hungary, Croatia and Bohemia from 1740 to 1780 and is depicted on the coin. CONDITION: necklace shows little wear, gift or retail ready. Estimate: $400 - $700 JH-78860