¼ Thaler - Charles III
1714 year| Silver | 7.12 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (III. Károly) (1711-1740) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1714 |
| Value | ¼ Thaler (Tallér) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.12 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#189705 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle in a rhombus cuts inscription - without pearl circle - into four quadrants, N B mintmark is divided in the middle.
Crowned oval fourfold imperial coat of arms in U shape cartouche on chest.
Crowned Hungarian shield in center.
Date at the end of inscription.
Lettering:
ARCHID : AVS : D : BV : M : MOR : CO : TY : 1714 ·
N B
Translation:
Archidux Austriae, dux Burgundiae, marchio Moraviae comes Tyrolis -
Archduke of Austria, Duke of Burgundy, Margrave of Moravia and Count of Tyrol
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Thaler - Charles III 1714 coin from Hungary is that it was minted during a time when the country was under Habsburg rule, and the coin's design reflects this influence. The obverse side of the coin features an image of Charles III, who was the Holy Roman Emperor at the time, while the reverse side features the Hungarian coat of arms. This coin is a rare example of a silver coin minted during this period, and its unique design makes it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
