2 Thalers - Ferdinand II
| Silver (.882) | 57.64 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand II (II. Ferdinánd) (1618-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1622-1636 |
| Value | 2 Thalers (Tallér) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Silver (.882) |
| Weight | 57.64 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#107200 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Under the imperial crown, double-headed eagle holding sword and scepter with fourfold curved coat of arms (Hungarian Árpád stripes, Bohemian lion, Bohemian lion, Árpád stripes) with a center chest-shield of Austrian bonds and Burgundian stripes.
Mintmark at the feet of eagle
Lettering:
ARCHIDVX · AVS · DVX · BVR · MAR · MOR · CO · TYR · 1636 ·
K B
Translation: Archidux Austriae, dux Burgundiae, marchio Moraviae, comes Tyrolis
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin was minted with the dies of Tallér H#1179, see below:Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Thalers - Ferdinand II 1622-1636 coin from Hungary is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. The Thirty Years War, which lasted from 1618 to 1648, had a significant impact on the coinage of many European countries, including Hungary. The coin's minting was likely a response to the economic and political instability of the time, and its design and composition may have been influenced by the need for a reliable and trustworthy currency during this period.
