1 Thaler - Ákos Barcsai 1660 front 1 Thaler - Ákos Barcsai 1660 back
1 Thaler - Ákos Barcsai 1660 photo
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1 Thaler - Ákos Barcsai

1660 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States)
Prince
Ákos Barcsai (1658-1661)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1660
Value
1 Thaler (Tallér)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1780)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#195547
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

The Ákos Barcsai 1660 Thaler coin from the Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) is interesting because it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the region. The Principality of Transylvania was a semi-independent state that emerged in the 16th century within the Kingdom of Hungary, which was then part of the Habsburg Empire. In 1660, the Principality was facing political instability and military threats from neighboring powers, and the issuance of this coin may have been a way for the government to finance its military and administrative expenses during this difficult period. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the resilience of the people of Transylvania during a time of great upheaval.