Florin - István Báthori
| Issuer | Transylvania, Principality of |
|---|---|
| Year | 1570-1576 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 1 Forint |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1780) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.56 g |
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| Shape | Round (irregular) |
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| Reference(s) | ÉH#42, Huszár E#65, Resch#1-3,4-9,10-12,13-20,21-23 |
| Obverse description | |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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| Mintage |
1570 - - 1572 - - 1573 - - 1574 - - 1575 - - 1576 - - |
| Numisquare ID | 1811120000 |
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Historical Context: This gold florin was issued during the pivotal early reign of István Báthori as Prince of Transylvania (1570-1576). Ascending in 1571, Báthori was a formidable statesman, navigating the complex geopolitical landscape between the Ottoman Empire and the Habsburgs. His rule consolidated the princip