© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Pfunder - Ferdinand I Linz
| Silver | 5.8 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ferdinand I (1519-1564) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1530-1534 |
| Value | 12 Kreuzer = Pfunder (⅕) |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.8 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#124589 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Composite arms with at 1 and 4, arms of Austria , and 2 and 3 arms of Spain (Castilla, Léon, Aragón and Navarra). Date above, within a beaded circle. Legend divided below by a small shield of Upper Austria (Linz).
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPA ARCHID AVST DVX STYR
Comment
Numerous variants of legend and punctuation mentionned by Markl.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pfunder - Ferdinand I (Linz) 1530-1534 coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the Austrian Empire. The coin was minted during the reign of Ferdinand I, who was the first Emperor of the House of Habsburg to rule over the Austrian Empire. This was a time of great religious and political tension, as the Protestant Reformation was sweeping across Europe and the Empire was facing challenges from the Ottoman Empire. Despite these challenges, the Pfunder coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency throughout this period.
