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Double Thaler - Rudolf
Silver (.882) | 57.64 g | - |
Issuer | Hungary |
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King | Rudolph (Rudolf) (1576-1608) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1599-1601 |
Value | 2 Thalers (Tallér) |
Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
Composition | Silver (.882) |
Weight | 57.64 g |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#106223 |
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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 Double Thaler - Rudolf 1599-1601 from Hungary is that it was minted during the reign of Rudolf II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Hungary at the time. The coin features an image of Rudolf II on one side and the Hungarian coat of arms on the other. It was minted in silver (.882) and weighs 57.64 grams, making it a substantial coin. Despite its age, the coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and rarity.