30. Large Gros Coin, Gabriel Bethlen, Principality of Transylvania, minted in Baia Mare, 1629, silver

Obverse legend: GAB DG SA RO IM ET∙TRANS∙PRIN∙ Obverse description: The legend is arranged in a circular fashion on the outer edge between two dotted circles. A Spanish shield parted, with the edges decorated with "cuir découpé" types of elements, marked by a modern closed crown. The first quarter displays eight bands, and the second quarter has an open crown with a double cross. At the center of the shield, a circular inescutcheon bearing the Bethlen family crest (two swans face to face whose necks are pierced by the same arrow). Reverse legend: PAR∙REG∙HVN∙DOSI∙CO:OP∙RA∙DVX∙1629 Reverse description: Legend arranged in a circular fashion on the outer edge between two dotted circles. The central Virgin seated, holding Christ in her arms, all surrounded by rays. Christ holds a scepter in his hand.

Dimensions

weight 2 g, custom d=24.75 mm

Description

silver

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