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1780 x Maria Theresa Thaler coin ring

The Maria Theresa Thaler is probably one of the most famous and well known coins of the world. Originally struck in Austria from 1740 to 1780, the Thaler was the currency of the Austrian Empire. It was very important for trade with the Levant (parts of Turkey, Lebanon, Syria). Over time, the Maria Theresa Thaler…

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Medieval coins hand made in to coin rings

Medieval coins

These coins are so different from any other coins I use for my hand made coin rings.  They are replicas of medieval coins made in brass.  Very good replicas with a lot of detail.  I was asked once if I can make a coin ring from an old medieval silver thaler.  I looked at the…

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