Florin - Ferdinand II 1620 front Florin - Ferdinand II 1620 back
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Florin - Ferdinand II

1620 year
Gold (.990) 3.555850 g -
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Ferdinand II (II. Ferdinánd) (1618-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1620
Value
1 Florin (Forint) (3.5)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1754)
Composition
Gold (.990)
Weight
3.555850 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#107008
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned, glorified, non-radiant Madonna seated on a crescent, with child in her left arm, scepter in her right;
Below crowned Hungarian twofold coat of arms

Lettering: AR · AV · DV · BV · MA · MO · CO · TY · 1620 ·

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Florin - Ferdinand II 1620 from Hungary made of Gold (.990) weighing 3.555850 g is that it was minted during the reign of Ferdinand II, who was the King of Hungary and Bohemia from 1618 to 1637. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, known as the "Ferdinandian" coins, which were characterized by their high gold content and intricate designs. The coin's design features an image of Ferdinand II on one side and the Hungarian coat of arms on the other, surrounded by ornate details and inscriptions. Despite being minted over 400 years ago, this coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.