1 Thaler - István Bocskai 1606 front 1 Thaler - István Bocskai 1606 back
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1 Thaler - István Bocskai

1606 year
Silver 28.44 g -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States)
Prince
Stephen Bocskai (1605-1606)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1606
Value
1 Thaler (Tallér)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1780)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.44 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#338671
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Arms

Script: Latin

Lettering: PRINCEPS: ET: SICVLORVM: COMES: 1606

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - István Bocskai 1606 coin from Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) is that it features a unique blend of Christian and Islamic motifs on its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a crowned István Bocskai, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of the Islamic crescent moon and star, surrounded by foliage and other symbols. This blending of religious symbols reflects the diverse cultural influences present in the region during the 17th century and adds to the coin's historical and numismatic significance.