© Hess Divo
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1 Thaler - János Kemény
1661 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | John Kemény (1661-1662) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1661 |
| Value | 1 Thaler (Tallér) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1780) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#194934 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAR. REG. HVN. DO. ET. SIC. CO.1661
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the Principality of Transylvania, minted in 1661 during the reign of János Kemény, was made of silver and features an intricate design that includes an image of the prince on one side and the Transylvanian coat of arms on the other. The coin was used as a means of payment and exchange throughout the region and was valued at a rate of 60 Kreuzer, which was a significant amount at the time. Despite its age, some of these coins have survived to this day and are highly sought after by collectors, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
