3 Thalers - Rudolf 1601-1603 front 3 Thalers - Rudolf 1601-1603 back
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3 Thalers - Rudolf

 
Silver (.882) 86.46 g -
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Rudolph (Rudolf) (1576-1608)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1601-1603
Value
3 Thalers (Tallér)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1754)
Composition
Silver (.882)
Weight
86.46 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#106216
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Double-headed glorified Habsburg eagle with a sword on the right, scepter on the left, Hungarian Orb on chest and closed crown above the heads of eagle

Script: Latin

Lettering:
* ARCHIDVX · AVS · DVX · BVRG · MAR · MORA · 1601 *
K B

Translation:
Archidux Austriae Dux Burgundiae Marchio Moraviae -
Crown Prince of Austria, Duke of Burgundy, Marquis of Moravia

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Thalers - Rudolf 1601-1603 from Hungary coin is that it was minted during the reign of Rudolf II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Hungary at the time. Rudolf II was known for his love of art and science, and his reign saw a flourishing of culture and learning in Hungary. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 86.46 grams, making it a substantial and valuable piece of currency for its time.