Maria Theresa Thaler (Levant thaler)

— AI expert opinion (2026-10-31) — Identification: Maria Theresa Thaler (Levant thaler) with the posthumous date 1780 and mintmark S.F. (Günzburg mint pattern). It is not a Jordanian coin. This is a trade-dollar restrike, struck in Vienna and other mints (including Rome, Milan, Paris, London, Brussels, Bombay) from 1780 into the 20th century. The country given by the collector (Jordan) is probably only where the coin was found or acquired. The exact mint and strike period cannot be determined from the photos. Estimated grade: Approx. VF. The portrait hair, veil and brooch show moderate wear, the eagle's feathers and shield are partly smoothed, and the surfaces are toned with some marks and a possible rim nick at the right edge. Legends are fully readable. Indicative value range: $30 – $55 Rarity: common Authenticity notes: The design, legends (R.IMP.HU.BO.REG. M.THERESIA D.G. / BURG.CO.TYR. 1780 X ARCHID.AUST.DUX), S.F. mark under the bust, and the beaded edge look consistent with genuine restrikes. However, Maria Theresa thalers are among the most counterfeited trade coins, so caution is warranted. Things to check: weight (about 28.0 g), diameter (about 39-40 mm), a ringing sound, non-magnetic behaviour, specific gravity, and the edge lettering (the genuine edge reads IUSTITIA ET CLEMENTIA in raised letters, with ornaments). Compare the details with a reference specimen, since many fakes have soft detail, wrong edge inscriptions, or the wrong weight. The scratch near the right edge of the reverse and the rim flat on the obverse look like post-strike damage, but should be inspected in hand. Tips: Take sharp photos of the edge (to read the lettering), and record weight to 0.01 g and diameter. Photograph the coin under diffused light to show the fine details around the mintmark, bust and crown. Do not clean the coin, since cleaning removes toning and reduces collector value. Store it in an inert holder (flip or capsule) away from PVC, humidity and fingerprints. A more precise mint attribution can be gained by comparing small details, such as the star or dots in the legend and the bust shape, against catalogues (e.g. Davenport, KM, or specialist Maria Theresa thaler references). (Automatic AI opinion from photos — not an appraisal or proof of authenticity)