Florin - John Zápolya

Reverse

Standing crowned King with a short light barde and an orb; divides mintmark

Script: Latin

Lettering: S∗LADISLAVS - ∗- REX∗1532

Translation: Saint King László

Edge

Plain

Comment

Numerous variations on the reverse: 1° On the king's bust: he may also be depicted with a cloak (or cape) over his shoulders, as well as the arm whose hand holds the orb, elbow down.
2° The legend: the rosettes (∗) can vary, especially those between the king's legs, which are often missing.

This is an automatic translation. The original text is:

Nombreuses variantes au revers : 1° Du buste du roi : peut également être représenté avec un manteau (ou une cape) sur les épaules, ainsi que le bras dont la main tient l'orbe, coude vers le bas.
2° De la légende : les rosettes (∗) peuvent varier, surtout celles qui se trouve entre les jambes du roi, qui est souvent absente.

Interesting fact

The Florin coin featuring John Zápolya, minted between 1527 and 1532 in Hungary, is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of gold, which was a rare and valuable metal at the time. The coin's weight of 3.55 grams is also noteworthy, as it was a significant amount for a circulating coin during that period. Additionally, the coin's design features the image of John Zápolya, who was a prominent Hungarian king and military leader, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.

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