Austria, Joseph I. Broad Silver Thaler Coin, 1708
Obverse: Laureate and armoured bust of Joseph I. right. Order of the Golden Fleece, on his breastplate hanging on a large chain.
Legend: IOSEPHUS . D.G . RO . IMP . S . A . GER . HV : BO : REX .
Comment: Engraver´s initials (I.M.H.) inside drapery!
Reverse: Crown above double headed eagle, with Viennese arms at chest (topped by ducal crown), holding sword and scepter in claws.
Legend: ARCHIDVX . AVSTRIAE . DVX . BVR . COM TYROL . 1708
Mint Place: Vienna
Engraver: Johann Michael Hofman (1705-1712)
Reference: Davenport 1013, Voglhuber 251/II, Herinek 122, KM-1444. RR!
Weight: 28.66 gm
Diameter: 45 mm