Dutka - Ferdinand II 1622-1623 front Dutka - Ferdinand II 1622-1623 back
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Dutka - Ferdinand II

 
Silver (.500) 1.8 g -
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Ferdinand II (II. Ferdinánd) (1618-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1622-1623
Value
1 Dutka (1⁄40)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1754)
Composition
Silver (.500)
Weight
1.8 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#106927
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Inscription in 6 lines, in second line mintmark divides crowned Hungarian shield and double-headed eagle

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VIIII
KB
GROS · REGN
HVNG · NOV ·
DENARIO ·
1623

Edge

Plain

Comment

Rare untypical Hungarian coin, a produce of inflation

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dutka - Ferdinand II 1622-1623 from Hungary made of Silver (.500) weighing 1.8 g is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Hungary. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand II, who was the King of Hungary and Bohemia from 1623 to 1637. During his reign, Hungary was facing a number of challenges, including the Thirty Years' War, which had a significant impact on the country's economy and population. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the resilience of the Hungarian people during this time.