Florin - Rudolf
| Gold (.990) | 3.555850 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Rudolph (Rudolf) (1576-1608) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1598-1607 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#106092 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned Madonna seated on a crescent, with child in her right arm; no coat of arms.
Mintmark at the sides or empty
Script: Latin
Lettering: · PATRONA · HVNGARIÆ · 15 · 98 · * ·
Translation: Patroness of Hungary
Edge
Plain
Comment
H#1006: On obverse S-L - Sanctus Ladislaus, N-B mintmark on the reverse divided by MadonnaH#1007: On obverse N-B mintmark, on the reverse next to Madonna empty
И-B
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Florin - Rudolf 1598-1607 from Hungary made of Gold (.990) weighing 3.555850 g is that it was minted during the reign of Rudolf II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Hungary at the time. Rudolf II was known for his love of art and science, and his reign saw a flourishing of culture and learning in Hungary. The coin itself is a reflection of the economic and political stability of the time, and its gold content makes it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.
