1 Thaler - II György Rákóczi 1650 front 1 Thaler - II György Rákóczi 1650 back
1 Thaler - II György Rákóczi 1650 photo
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1 Thaler - II György Rákóczi

1650 year
Silver - 41.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States)
Prince
George Rákóczi II (1648-1660)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1650
Value
1 Thaler (Tallér)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1780)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
41.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#178779
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: · PAR : REG : HVN : DO : ET · SIC · COM : 1650 ·

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from the Principality of Transylvania, featuring II György Rákóczi and made of silver, is a rare and valuable collector's item. It was minted in 1650, during Rákóczi's reign as Prince of Transylvania, and features an image of him on one side and the Transylvanian coat of arms on the other. The coin is considered a piece of historical significance, not only because of its age and rarity but also because it represents a key figure in Hungarian history. Rákóczi was a prominent leader who played a significant role in the struggle for Hungarian independence from the Habsburg Empire. Today, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch high prices at auctions.