2 Thalers - Matthias II
1616 year| Silver (.882) | 57.64 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Matthias II (II. Mátyás) (1608-1618) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1616 |
| 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#106686 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle holding sword and scepter, orb under the crown.
Straight, crowned fourfold coat of arms (Bohemian lion, Dalmatian leopard heads, Croatian fields, Slavonian marten) on breast; Austrian-Burgundian twofold shield as chest shield;
Mintmark at the sides
Lettering:
ARCHIDVX·AVS·DVX·BVR MAR·MOR·CO·TYR·1616
K B
Edge
Plain
Comment
This 2 Tallér coin was struck using the dies of Tallér H#1110, see details below:Interesting fact
The 2 Thalers - Matthias II 1616 coin from Hungary is interesting because it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the country. The reign of Matthias II (1608-1619) was marked by conflicts with the Ottoman Empire, which had conquered much of Hungary, and the coin may have been used as a form of currency to finance military campaigns or other efforts to resist Ottoman rule. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin's silver content and detailed design demonstrate the skill and craftsmanship of the mint's engravers and minters.