Thaler Klippe - Nagyszeben I. Ferdinánd's Occupation
1552 year| Silver (.882) | 29.00 g |
| Issuer | City of Hermannstadt (Hungarian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand I (1526-1564) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1552 |
| Value | 1 Thaler (Tallér) |
| Currency | Thaler (1605) |
| Composition | Silver (.882) |
| Weight | 29.00 g |
| Shape | Square |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#106395 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
One sided strike
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great historical significance. The year 1552 marks the beginning of the Ottoman Empire's occupation of Hungary, which lasted for nearly 200 years. This coin, bearing the image of King Ferdinand I, serves as a tangible reminder of the political and cultural changes that took place during this period.
