5 Florins - Matthias II 1617 front 5 Florins - Matthias II 1617 back
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5 Florins - Matthias II

1617 year
Gold (.990) 17.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Matthias II (II. Mátyás) (1608-1618)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1617
Value
5 Florins (Forint) (17.5)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1754)
Composition
Gold (.990)
Weight
17.5 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#106578
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle holding sword and scepter, orb under the crown.
Small, straight, crowned twofold coat of arms (Hungarian Árpád stripes, Hungarian double cross on a triple hill) on breast;
no chest shield;
Mintmark at the sides

Lettering:
AR · AV · DV ·BVR : MAR : MOR · COM : TYROLI · 1617
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Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 5 Florins - Matthias II 1617 coin from Hungary is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number of coins minted. It is made of 99% gold and weighs 17.5 grams, making it a significant piece of numismatic history.