1 Florin - János Kemény 1661 front 1 Florin - János Kemény 1661 back
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1 Florin - János Kemény

1661 year
Gold 3.60 g -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States)
Prince
John Kemény (1661-1662)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1661
Value
1 Forint
Currency
Thaler (1526-1780)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.60 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#79170
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering: PAR REG HVN DO ET SI CO 1661

Translation: Partium Regni Hungariae Dominus, Siculorum Comes

Comment

Kemeny Johann was elected prince of Transylvania at January 1, 1661. He ruled only for a short while, The Ottoman Porta sent an army to impose Michael Apafi as prince, and Kemeny dyed in the battle of Nagyszollos, in January 22, 1662.

Interesting fact

The 1 Florin - János Kemény 1661 coin from the Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) is interesting because it was issued during a time of great historical significance. The Principality of Transylvania was a semi-independent state that emerged in the 16th century, and it played an important role in the history of Hungary and Eastern Europe. The coin's design, which features an image of János Kemény, a prominent Hungarian noble, and the coat of arms of the Principality of Transylvania, reflects the cultural and political influences of the time. Additionally, the fact that it was made of gold and weighs 3.60 grams makes it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.