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Groschen - Matthias Corvinus ND
| Silver | 2.82 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Matthias Corvinus (Mátyás Hunyadi) (1457-1490) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1468-1470 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (Garas) (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Florin (1310-1540) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.82 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#93838 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Madonna in veil looking left holds baby Jesus in right hand divides mintmark
Script: Latin
Lettering: · PATROnA VnGARIE ·
Translation: Patron of Hungary
Edge
Plain
Comment
ÉH 550 kInteresting fact
The Groschen coin featuring Matthias Corvinus, issued in Hungary between 1468 and 1470, is interesting because it was the first silver coin minted in the country during the Renaissance period. It was also the first Hungarian coin to feature a portrait of a ruler, specifically King Matthias Corvinus, who was known for his military campaigns and cultural achievements. This coin was a significant departure from the previous coinage system in Hungary, which had primarily featured religious imagery. The introduction of a portrait of a ruler on the coinage marked a shift towards a more secular and humanist approach to currency design.
