¼ Florin - Ferdinand II
| Gold (.990) | 0.8875 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand II (II. Ferdinánd) (1618-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1632-1635 |
| Value | ¼ Florin (Forint) (⅞) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Gold (.990) |
| Weight | 0.8875 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#107206 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned and glorified Madonna with child in her left arm, cross in the right hand on a crescent; date in legend
Lettering: PATRONA · HVNGARIAE · 1632
Translation: Patroness of Hungary
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Florin - Ferdinand II 1632-1635 from Hungary is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand II, who was the King of Hungary and Bohemia, and the Holy Roman Emperor. During his reign, the Thirty Years' War was taking place, which had a significant impact on the economy and coinage of the time. Despite the challenges, the minting of this coin continued, and it remains a valuable piece of numismatic history.