© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
Talar koronny - Stefan Batory Olkusz
1580 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth |
|---|---|
| King | Stephen Báthory (1576-1586) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1580 |
| Value | 1 Thaler (1 Talar) (8) |
| Currency | First Zloty (1573-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#98796 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAG DVX LITVA RVS PRVS MASO & C
Comment
Mint: Olkusz - Ilkenau - Олькуш - 奧爾庫什Value: 1 Thaler = 36 Groschen
Kopicki 544
Kopicki 546
Price: 451 000 PLN
Picture: © WCN
Interesting fact
The Talar koronny - Stefan Batory (Olkusz) 1580 coin from the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth is interesting because it was minted during the reign of King Stefan Batory, who was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the Commonwealth's economy and military. The coin's design features the king's portrait on one side and the Polish eagle on the other, symbolizing the country's unity and power. Additionally, the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time, and its minting process was overseen by the Royal Mint in Olkusz, which was renowned for its high-quality coinage.
