Florin - János Zsigmond 1556 front Florin - János Zsigmond 1556 back
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Florin - János Zsigmond

1556 year
Gold 3.52 g -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States)
Prince
John Sigismund Szapolyai (1556-1571)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1556
Value
1 Forint
Currency
Thaler (1526-1780)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.52 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#79123
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Comment

R.: 4A

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Florin - János Zsigmond 1556 from Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) made of Gold weighing 3.52 g is that it was minted during the reign of John Sigismund, who was the last king of Hungary and the first prince of Transylvania. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history, as it represents a significant moment in the transition of power from the Hungarian kingdom to the Principality of Transylvania.