© Macho & Chlapovič a.s.
© Macho & Chlapovič a.s.
3 Thaler - Ferdinand III
| Silver | 85.7 g | 46 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand III (III. Ferdinánd) (1637-1657) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1641-1655 |
| Value | 3 Thalers (Tallér) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 85.7 g |
| Diameter | 46 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#188360 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHIDVX · AVS · DVX · BVR · MAR · MOR · CO · TYR · 1650 ·
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Thaler coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Ferdinand III (1641-1655), is that it was used as a means of payment for the soldiers fighting in the Thirty Years' War. The coin was valued at 3 Thalers, which was a significant amount at the time, and was used to pay for the soldiers' salaries, supplies, and equipment. This highlights the coin's historical significance and the important role it played in the war effort.
