Groschen - Matthias Corvinus ND (1468-1470) front Groschen - Matthias Corvinus ND (1468-1470) back
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Groschen - Matthias Corvinus ND

 
Silver - -
Description
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
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#93851
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Madonna in glory looking left holds baby Jesus in glory, in right hand divides mintmark

Lettering: · PATROnA VnGARIE ·

Translation: Patron of Hungary

Edge

Plain

Comment

ÉH#550 a) b)
C.II.213E

Interesting fact

The Groschen coin - Matthias Corvinus ND (1468-1470) from Hungary made of Silver is interesting because it was minted during the reign of King Matthias Corvinus, who was a powerful and influential ruler in Central Europe during the 15th century. He was known for his military campaigns and his patronage of the arts, and this coin reflects the wealth and prosperity of his kingdom during that time.