1 Poltura - I György Rákóczi 1637 front 1 Poltura - I György Rákóczi 1637 back
1 Poltura - I György Rákóczi 1637 photo
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1 Poltura - I György Rákóczi

1637 year
Silver 1.69 g -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States)
Prince
George Rákóczi I (1630-1648)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1637
Value
1 Poltura (1⁄48)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1780)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.69 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#79167
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Poltura coin featuring I György Rákóczi from the Principality of Transylvania is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and political change in the region. The Principality of Transylvania was a semi-independent state within the Hungarian Kingdom, and György Rákóczi was a prominent nobleman who played a significant role in the political and military struggles of the time. The coin's minting in 1637 coincided with Rákóczi's appointment as the Prince of Transylvania, and it is believed that the coin was minted to commemorate this event. Despite the turmoil of the time, the coin's silver content and intricate design have helped it endure as a valuable and sought-after collector's item.