10 Florins - Ferdinand II
1635 year| Gold (.990) | 35.55851 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand II (II. Ferdinánd) (1618-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1635 |
| Value | 10 Florins (Forint) (35) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Gold (.990) |
| Weight | 35.55851 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#107174 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Under the imperial crown, double-headed eagle holding sword and scepter with crowned twofold straight Hungarian coat of arms (Árpád stripes, double cross on a triple hill) with no center chest-shield.
Mintmark at the feet of eagle inside.
Lettering:
ARCHIDVX · AVS · DVX · BVRG · COMES · TYR · 1635 ·
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Edge
Plain
Comment
This 10 Forint coin is minted with the dies of Tallér H#1182, see below:Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Florins - Ferdinand II 1635 coin from Hungary is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Hungary from 1618 to 1637. During his reign, the Thirty Years' War was taking place, which had a devastating impact on the country's economy and population. Despite these challenges, the coin was made of high-quality gold (.990) and weighed 35.55851 grams, indicating the value and importance placed on currency during this time.
