AUSTRIA, Holy Roman Empire. Archduchy of Austria. Ferdinand I. As King of the Romans, 1526-1564. AR Taler (39mm, 28.52 g, 6h). Joachimstal mint. Dated 1546. Crowned and armored half-length bust right, holding scepter and hilt of sword / Eagle facing with wings spread, had left; coat-of-arms on breast. Davenport 8045. Gilt, flan crack. Good VF.
From the Richard L. Horst Collection.