Thaler - Matthias II

1616 year


Silver (.882)	28.82 g	44 mm

Description

Issuer	Hungary
King	Matthias II (II. Mátyás) (1608-1618)
Type	Standard circulation coin
Year	1616
Value	1 Thaler (Tallér)
Currency	Thaler (1526-1754)
Composition	Silver (.882)
Weight	28.82 g
Diameter	44 mm
Shape	Round
Demonetized	Yes
Updated	2024-10-05

References

Numista	N#106494
Rarity index	97%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle holding sword and scepter, orb under the crown.
Straight, crowned fourfold coat of arms (Bohemian lion, Dalmatian leopard heads, Croatian fields, Slavonian marten) on breast; Austrian-Burgundian twofold shield as chest shield;
Mintmark at the sides

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ARCHIDVX·AVS·DVX·BVR MAR·MOR·CO·TYR·1616
K B

Edge

Plain

Comment

C.III.: 208 H.:1108 EH.:844 - Hungarian shield on reverse below eagle, curved shield
C.III.: 209 H.:1109 EH.:845 - Hungarian shield on reverse below eagle, straight shield
C.III.: 210 H.:1110 EH.:846 - Hungarian shield and Madonna on obverse, straight shield

Interesting fact

The Thaler - Matthias II 1616 coin from Hungary is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Matthias II, who was the King of Hungary and Croatia from 1608 to 1619. This coin was part of a series of thalers that were minted during his reign, and it features an image of the king on one side and the Hungarian coat of arms on the other. The use of silver in the coin's composition was a common practice during this time period, as it was a valuable and durable metal that was widely used in coinage. The fact that this coin has been preserved and is still accessible today is a testament to its historical significance and the enduring legacy of the Hungarian monarchy.

Price

Date	Mintage	VG	F	VF	XF	AU	UNC
1616 K-B		-	-	-	-	-	-

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