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½ Thaler - Ferdinand III
| Silver (.882) | 13.7300 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand III (III. Ferdinánd) (1637-1657) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1639-1657 |
| Value | ½ Thaler (Tallér) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Silver (.882) |
| Weight | 13.7300 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#37471 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
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
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHID.AVS.DV.BV.MAR.MOR.CO.TYR
Edge
Plain
Comment
C3-350 - ÉH#947a - H#1253: Pointed beard on the portraitC3-351 - ÉH#947a - H#1254: Rounded beard on the portrait
ÉH#947b see on a different page!
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Ferdinand III (1639-1657), 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 13.7300g, was a significant departure from the previous copper coins that had been used in the region, and marked a shift towards the use of precious metals in currency. This change was likely motivated by the growing influence of trade and commerce in the region, and the need for a more reliable and valuable form of currency.
