10 Florins - Ferdinand III 1639 front 10 Florins - Ferdinand III 1639 back
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10 Florins - Ferdinand III

1639 year
Gold (.990) 35.55851 g -
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Ferdinand III (III. Ferdinánd) (1637-1657)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1639
Value
10 Florins (Forint) (35)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1754)
Composition
Gold (.990)
Weight
35.55851 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#173463
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Under the imperial crown, double-headed eagle holding sword and scepter with twofold straight coat of arms (Hungarian Árpád stripes, András cross on a triple hill) divides N-B (Nagybánya) mintmark.

Lettering:
ARCHIDVX · AVS · DVX · BVRG · COMES · TYR · 1639
N B

Translation: Archidux Austriae, dux Burgundiae, comes Tyrolis

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Florins - Ferdinand III 1639 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 III, who was the King of Hungary and Croatia from 1625 to 1657. During his reign, the country was facing numerous challenges, including the Thirty Years' War and the Ottoman-Habsburg Wars. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, showcasing the rich history and culture of Hungary during that time.