This medal was produced in 1745, likely by an unknown artist in the Austrian Netherlands. It portrays the election of Franz I as Holy Roman Emperor in 1745; his ascencion to the throne simunltaneously meant Maria Theresa had now become Empress!
Obverse: crowned Empress Maria Theresa seated left with infant - MARIA. THERESA. ROME. KAYSERIN.
Reverse: Emperor Franz I standing facing in Hungarian garb with raised sword, coat of arms left - FRANCISCUS. PRIMUS. ROM. C. KAYSER
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