1 Thaler - Ferdinand III
| Silver | 28.95 g | 46 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand III (III. Ferdinánd) (1637-1657) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1638-1640 |
| Value | 1 Thaler (Tallér) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.95 g |
| Diameter | 46 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#188446 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Under narrower imperial crown, double-headed eagle holding sword and scepter with crowned twofold curved Hungarian coat of arms without a center chest-shield
Mintmark at the feet of eagle
Lettering: ARCHIDVX · AVS · DVX · BVRG · COME · TYR · 1639 ·
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from Hungary, minted between 1638 and 1640 during the reign of Ferdinand III, is that it was used as a means of payment for soldiers during the Thirty Years' War. The coin's silver content and standardized design made it a reliable and widely accepted form of currency across different regions and armies.
