Florin - Rudolf
1598 year| Gold (.990) | 3.555850 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Rudolph (Rudolf) (1576-1608) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1598 |
| 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#106124 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned Madonna seated on a crescent, with child in her right arm; a castle under between two larger rosettes.
Castle mintmark (Klausenberg)
Only last two digits of mintyear "98"
Lettering: x PATRONA x x HVNGARIÆ · 98 ·
Translation: Patroness of Hungary
Edge
Plain
Comment
H#1008: S - L Sanctus Ladislaus - Saint László on obverseH#1009: L -S Sanctus Ladislaus - Saint László on obverse - mirrored lettering
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Florin - Rudolf 1598 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 testament to the advanced minting techniques and craftsmanship of the time, and its gold content makes it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.
