10 Florins - Matthias II 1616 front 10 Florins - Matthias II 1616 back
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10 Florins - Matthias II

1616 year
Gold (.990) 35.55851 g -
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Matthias II (II. Mátyás) (1608-1618)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1616
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#98519
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle holding sword and scepter, orb under the crown.
Curved, crowned fourfold coat of arms (Bohemian lion, Dalmatian leopard heads, Croatian fields, Slavonian marten) on breast; Austrian-Burgundian twofold shield as chest shield; Crowned Hungarian twofold shield below the eagle.
Mintmark at the sides

Lettering: ARCHIDVX · AVS · DVX · BVR - MAR · MOR · CO · TYR · 1616

Edge

Plain

Comment

Minted with the die H#1108 Tallér, see below

Interesting fact

The 10 Florins - Matthias II 1616 coin from Hungary is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a few known to exist in such good condition. It is made of .990 gold and weighs 35.55851 grams. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, with a portrait of King Matthias II on one side and the Hungarian coat of arms on the other. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after piece among collectors and historians.