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Florin - János Zsigmond
| Gold | 3.50 g | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | John Sigismund Szapolyai (1556-1571) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1565-1571 |
| Value | 1 Forint |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1780) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.50 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#71640 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Comment
R.: 61Variant 1565, missing rosette between REX and VN.
Photos of H.D. Rauch.
Variant 1568, gap between 1 and 5.
Photos of H.D. Rauch.
Variant 1569, different than variant 1565.
Photos of Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Variant 1570, slight differences on obverse and reverse.
Photos of H.D. Rauch.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Florin - János Zsigmond 1565-1571 from Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) made of Gold weighing 3.50 g is that it was minted during the reign of John Sigismund, who was the first and only prince of Transylvania and the last king of Hungary. This coin was used as a means of payment and circulated widely during his reign, making it a valuable piece of history.
