© Macho & Chlapovič a.s.
© Macho & Chlapovič a.s.
½ Thaler - Matthias II
| Silver (.882) | 14.41 g | 35.6 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Matthias II (II. Mátyás) (1608-1618) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1609-1611 |
| Value | ½ Thaler (Tallér) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Silver (.882) |
| Weight | 14.41 g |
| Diameter | 35.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#106495 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned fourfold coat of arms (Hungarian Árpád stripes-Hungarian double cross, Bohemian lion, Dalmatian leopard heads, Moravian eagle) with an Austrian - Burgundian twofold chest shield divide KB mintmark.
Order of the golden fleece necklace within inner circle, date in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ARCHID·AVS·DVX·BVR·MAR·MO·CO·TYR·1611·
K B
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Matthias II (1609-1611), features an interesting design element - a unique coat of arms on the reverse side. The coat of arms depicts the Hungarian royal symbols, including a double-headed eagle, and is surrounded by a wreath of leaves. This design was used during Matthias II's reign and is a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
