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Thaler - Rudolf
| Silver (.875) | 28.82 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Rudolph (Rudolf) (1576-1608) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1603-1608 |
| Value | 1 Thaler (Tallér) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 28.82 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#51042 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
A glorified double headed Imperial eagle holding sceptre and sword, an imperial orb on the breast, divides the letters N B
Crown in legend above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ARCHI · DVX · AVS · DVX · BVRG · MAR · MORA · 1604 ·
K B
Translation:
Archidux Austriae Dux Burgundiae Marchio Moraviae -
Crown Prince of Austria, Duke of Burgundy, Marquis of Moravia.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Thaler - Rudolf 1603-1608 from Hungary made of Silver (.875) weighing 28.82 g is that it was minted during the reign of Rudolf II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Hungary at the time. Rudolf II was known for his interest in art, science, and the occult, and his reign saw a flourishing of culture and learning in Hungary. The coin itself is a reflection of the economic and political changes that were taking place in Europe during the early 17th century, and it is a valuable piece of history for collectors and numismatists.
