© H. D. Rauch
© H. D. Rauch
Pfundner - Ferdinand I Klagenfurt
1539 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ferdinand I (1519-1564) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1539 |
| Value | 12 Kreuzer = Pfunder (⅕) |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#162710 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of Carinthia (Kärnten) dividing the date.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPA ARCHIDVX CARINTIE DVX BV
Comment
Non referenced before it was sold by Rauch in 2017.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pfundner - Ferdinand I (Klagenfurt) 1539 coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the Austrian Empire. The coin was minted in 1539, just a few years after the Protestant Reformation had begun to spread across Europe, leading to religious conflicts and political tensions in many regions. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with intricate details and designs that showcase the skill of the mint's craftsmen. This coin is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the people of the Austrian Empire during a time of great change and upheaval.
