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 27.24 g -
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
Weight
27.24 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#72347
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Comment

R.: 26

Interesting fact

The Ákos Barcsai 1660 Thaler coin from the Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) is interesting because it features a unique blend of Christian and Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a crowned Madonna and Child, while the reverse side features an Arabic inscription reading "There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is the messenger of Allah." This blending of religious symbols reflects the diverse cultural influences present in the region during the 17th century.