1 Garas - Gabriel Bethlen 1620-1623 front 1 Garas - Gabriel Bethlen 1620-1623 back
1 Garas - Gabriel Bethlen 1620-1623 photo
© H. D. Rauch

1 Garas - Gabriel Bethlen

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States)
Prince
Gabriel Bethlen (Gábor Bethlen) (1613-1629)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1620-1623
Value
1 Groschen (Garas) (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1780)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#197766
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Comment

Variant 1621, different lettering on obverse.

Photos of Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.

Interesting fact

The 1 Garas coin from the Principality of Transylvania, minted during the reign of Gabriel Bethlen (1620-1623), is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time. Additionally, the coin features an image of Bethlen himself, which was a common practice for coins during this period. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history, offering a glimpse into the economic and political climate of the Principality of Transylvania during the early 17th century.