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½ Thaler - Charles III
| Silver | 14.19 g | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Charles III (1711-1740) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1724-1735 |
| Value | ½ Thaler (Tallér) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1780) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.19 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#71641 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Divided legend at the bottom in the word PRINC or continuous.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHID AV D BV PR INC TRANSYL 1725
Translation:
"Archidux Austriae, dux Burgundiae, Princeps Transilvaniae"
Grand Duke of Austria, Duke of Burgundy, Prince of Transylvania
Comment
Variations over the period, especially for the reverse, size of the eagle's tail and division of the legend at the bottom:Photos Numismatik Lanz
Interesting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from the Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) made of Silver weighing 14.19 g is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Charles III (1724-1735), who was the first Habsburg ruler to centralize the administration of the Principality of Transylvania, which had previously been governed by local nobles. This coin is a testament to the economic and political reforms that Charles III implemented during his reign, which helped to modernize and strengthen the Principality of Transylvania.
