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¼ Thaler - Ferdinand II
| Silver (.882) | 7.11171 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand II (II. Ferdinánd) (1618-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1620-1637 |
| Value | ¼ Thaler (Tallér) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Silver (.882) |
| Weight | 7.11171 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#106943 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Under the imperial crown, double-headed eagle holding sword and scepter with fourfold curved coat of arms (Hungarian Árpád stripes, Bohemian lion, Bohemian lion, Árpád stripes) with a center chest-shield of Austrian bonds and Burgundian stripes.
Mintmark at the feet of eagle outside
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ARCHI · AV · DV · BV · MA · MO · CO · TY · 1630 ·
K B
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Thaler coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Ferdinand II (1620-1637), is that it was part of a series of coins issued during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin's silver content, weighing 7.11171 grams, was a significant aspect of its value and utility as a medium of exchange. Additionally, the coin's design, featuring an image of Ferdinand II, was a symbol of the monarch's authority and influence in the region. Overall, this coin represents an interesting piece of history and a testament to the economic and political developments of the time.
