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½ Thaler - Gabriel Bethlen
1628 year| Silver | 13.94 g | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Gabriel Bethlen (Gábor Bethlen) (1613-1629) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1628 |
| Value | ½ Thaler (Tallér) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1780) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.94 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#72345 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PAR RE HVN DNS SI CO OP RATIB DVX 1628
C - C
Translation: Partium Regni Hungariae Dominus, Siculorum Comes, ac Oppuliae, Ratiboriaeque Dux
Comment
R.: 486 H.: 408 ÉHIII: 253bInteresting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from the Principality of Transylvania, minted in 1628 during the reign of Gabriel Bethlen, features an intricate design on its reverse side, including a depiction of the Transylvanian coat of arms, which consists of a shield with three parts: a rising eagle in the first part, a lion in the second part, and a crescent moon in the third part. This design represents the rich history and cultural heritage of the region.
