¼ Thaler - Johan Sigismund
1565 year| Silver | 7.91 g | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | John Sigismund Szapolyai (1556-1571) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1565 |
| Value | ¼ Thaler (Tallér) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1780) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.91 g |
| Shape | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#332516 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Interesting fact
The ¼ Thaler coin from the Principality of Transylvania, minted in 1565 during the reign of Johan Sigismund, features a unique design element - a crescent moon and a six-pointed star on the obverse side. This symbolism was used to represent the Islamic faith, which was prevalent in the region at the time. It's a rare example of Islamic influence on coinage in Europe during the 16th century.
