Hungary 6 Florins - John Zápolya, 1540
Information
Country
Hungary
Hungary
Currency
Florin
(1310 – 1540)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
6 Florins
Year
1540
Ruler
John Zápolya (Szapolyai János)
(1526–1540)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
21.3
Demonetized
Yes
Description
6 Florins from Hungary. Issued in 1540. Struck in Gold. Measures 0 mm and weighs 21.3 g.
- Obverse
- Madonna with child over a shield depicting the Szapolyai wolf. ((Ioannes Dei Gratia Rex Hvngarie) János, by God's grace, King of Hungary)
- Reverse
- King standing in front, holding a large halberd in his right hand, surrounded by mint marks.
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1540 HF- | — | H over F - G under crowned crossed swords |
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