1½ Thaler Klippe - Ferdinand III
1650 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand III (III. Ferdinánd) (1637-1657) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1650 |
| Value | 1 Thaler (Tallér) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Square |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#188364 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Under the imperial crown, double-headed eagle holding sword and scepter with fourfold curved coat of arms (Hungarian Árpád stripes, Bohemian lion, Bohemian lion, Árpád stripes) with a center chest-shield of Austrian bonds and Burgundian stripes.
Mintmark at the feet of eagle
Lettering: ARCHIDVX · AVS · DVX · BVR · MAR · MOR · CO · TYR · 1650 ·
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1½ Thaler Klippe - Ferdinand III 1650 from Hungary made of Silver is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. The Thirty Years War had just ended in 1648, and the Hungarian kingdom was struggling to rebuild and maintain its independence from the neighboring Habsburg Empire. Despite these challenges, the coin still features a beautiful and intricate design, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the region.
