Maria Theresia of Hapsburg, Holy Roman Empress (b. 1717; r. 1745–80)

Unknown artist

Dateca. 1745–55

MediumIron, cast

DimensionsDiam.: 3 11/16 in. (9.44 cm)

Credit LineGift of Stephen K. and Janie Woo Scher, 2021

Accession number2021.2.150

Commentary

Unless otherwise noted, the dimensions indicate the medal’s diameter taken at the widest point.

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