Very rare 1/2 thaler of Joseph II from Breslau mint.
A variety bearing the initials FN in decorative brackets below the Eagle, referring to Franz Nowack, assayer at the Breslau mint from 1704 to 1713.
An attractive coin with well-preserved details that beautifully complement the freshness of the fields.
A rare coin, and very rare in the condition presented here.
Silesia, Habsburg rule, Joseph I (1705-1711), Thaler 1711, Breslau mint
Obverse: bust of the ruler, facing right
IOSEPHVS DG RO IMP SE AV GE H B REX
Reverse: under the crown, the double-headed Imperial Eagle
ARCHIDVX AVST-(FN)-DVX BVRGV E SILES 17-11
Diameter 35 mm, weight 14.38 g
