Florin - Sigismund ND (1402-1437) front Florin - Sigismund ND (1402-1437) back
Florin - Sigismund ND (1402-1437) photo
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Florin - Sigismund ND

 
Gold (.986) 3.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Sigismund (Zsigmond) (1387-1437)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1402-1437
Value
1 Florin (Forint)
Currency
Florin (1310-1540)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.5 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#34647
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Saint King László of Hungary standing with light barde and orb crowned and with glory

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: · S · LADISL AVS · REX

Lettering (regular font): · S · LADISL AVS · REX

Translation: King Saint László

Edge

Plain

Comment

H#574 - numeral digits between the legs of St.László

Interesting fact

The Florin coin , which was issued during the reign of Sigismund of Luxembourg in the early 15th century, features an interesting design element. On one side, it bears the image of the king himself, while on the other, it features the Hungarian coat of arms, which includes a double-headed eagle. This design choice symbolizes the union between the Luxembourg dynasty and the Hungarian kingdom, highlighting the political alliances and power dynamics of the time.