1 Thaler - Ferdinand III
Silver | 28.95 g | 46 mm |
Issuer | Hungary |
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King | Ferdinand III (III. Ferdinánd) (1637-1657) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1639-1644 |
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#188449 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Under the imperial crown, double-headed eagle holding sword and scepter with twofold curved Hungarian coat of arms in an oval cartouche; without a center chest-shield
Mintmark at the feet of eagle
An orb between the heads of the eagle
Lettering: ARCHIDVX · AVS · DVX · BVR · COMES · TYR · 1639 ·
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Ferdinand III (1639-1644), is that it was used as a means of payment for soldiers during the Thirty Years' War. The coin was valued at 1/4 of a standard thaler, and its silver content made it a reliable and valuable form of currency during a time of economic instability.