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1½ Thaler - Rudolf
1601 year| Silver (.882) | 43.23 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Rudolph (Rudolf) (1576-1608) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1601 |
| Value | 1½ Thaler (Tallér) (1.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Silver (.882) |
| Weight | 43.23 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#106239 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Double-headed glorified Habsburg eagle with a sword on the right, scepter on the left, Hungarian Orb on chest and closed crown above the heads of eagle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* ARCHIDVX · AVS · DVX · BVRG · MAR · MORA · 1601 *
K B
Translation:
Archidux Austriae Dux Burgundiae Marchio Moraviae -
Crown Prince of Austria, Duke of Burgundy, Marquis of Moravia
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1½ Thaler - Rudolf 1601 from Hungary is that it was minted during the reign of Rudolf II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Hungary at the time. Rudolf II was known for his love of art and science, and his reign saw a flourishing of culture and learning in Hungary. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 43.23 grams, making it a substantial and valuable piece of currency for its time.
