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Thaler - Matthias II
| Silver (.882) | 28.82 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Matthias II (II. Mátyás) (1608-1618) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1613-1616 |
| Value | 1 Thaler (Tallér) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Silver (.882) |
| Weight | 28.82 g |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#48235 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle holding sword and scepter, orb under the crown.
Curved, crowned fourfold coat of arms (Bohemian lion, Dalmatian leopard heads, Croatian fields, Slavonian marten) on breast; Austrian-Burgundian twofold shield as chest shield; Crowned Hungarian twofold shield below the eagle.
Mintmark at the sides
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ARCHIDVX·AVS·DVX·BVR MAR·MOR·CO·TYR·1615
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Edge
Plain
Comment
C.III.: 208 H.:1108 EH.:844 - Hungarian shield on reverse below eagle, curved shield (on picture)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 coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Matthias II (1613-1616), features an interesting design element - a unique coat of arms on the reverse side. The coat of arms depicts the Hungarian national emblem, a double-cross, which symbolizes the union of the two Hungarian tribes, the Árpáds and the Angevins. This design was specifically chosen to emphasize the national identity of Hungary during a time of political turmoil and foreign occupation.
