Denier - Matthias II Gold Strike
1609 year| Gold (.990) | 3.42 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Matthias II (II. Mátyás) (1608-1618) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1609 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Denár) (1⁄360) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Gold (.990) |
| Weight | 3.42 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#106827 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned and glorified, radiant Madonna seated on a crescent holds child in her left arm, cross in the right. Below Austrian bonds in shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PATRONA HVNGARI ·
Translation: Patroness of Hungary.
Edge
Plain
Comment
For this ducat weight Denár thick strike the dies of the Denár H#1139 have been used, see below:Interesting fact
The Pattern Denier - Matthias II (Gold Strike) 1609 from Hungary is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few specimens known to exist. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique "Gold Strike" design, with a gold-plated center surrounded by a silver outer ring. This distinctive design makes it stand out from other coins of the time and adds to its collectibility.
