3 Garas - Zsigmond Báthori 1596-1597 front 3 Garas - Zsigmond Báthori 1596-1597 back
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3 Garas - Zsigmond Báthori

 
Silver 2.45 g -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States)
Prince
Sigismund Báthory (1581-1602)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1596-1597
Value
3 Groschen (Garas) (⅛)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1780)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.45 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#72308
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Comment

R.: 236

Different variant.

Photos of Classical Numismatic Group, LLC.

Another variant.

Photos of Classical Numismatic Group, LLC.

Interesting fact

The 3 Garas coin from the Principality of Transylvania, minted during the reign of Zsigmond Báthori in 1596-1597, features an unusual design on its reverse side. Instead of the typical coat of arms or other symbol of the issuing authority, the coin bears an image of a wild boar, which was a symbol of strength and bravery in medieval Hungarian culture. This unique design choice makes the coin stand out among other coins of the time and reflects the cultural and historical context in which it was minted.