Florin - Matthias Corvinus ND (1489) front Florin - Matthias Corvinus ND (1489) back
Florin - Matthias Corvinus ND (1489) photo
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Florin - Matthias Corvinus ND

1489 year
Gold 3.57 g -
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Matthias Corvinus (Mátyás Hunyadi) (1457-1490)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1489
Value
1 Florin (Forint)
Currency
Florin (1310-1540)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.57 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#51231
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Standing Saint King facing forward divides mintmark

Lettering: · S · LADIS · L AVS·REX

Translation: King Saint László

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Florin coin featuring Matthias Corvinus, issued in 1489, is considered one of the rarest and most valuable coins in Hungary's history. It's estimated that only around 20-30 of these coins still exist today, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.