1 Obol - Gabriel Bethlen 1621 front 1 Obol - Gabriel Bethlen 1621 back
1 Obol - Gabriel Bethlen 1621 photo
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1 Obol - Gabriel Bethlen

1621 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States)
Prince
Gabriel Bethlen (Gábor Bethlen) (1613-1629)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1621
Value
1 Obol (Obulus) (1⁄504)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1780)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#200906
Rarity index
100%

Interesting fact

The 1 Obol coin from the Principality of Transylvania, minted in 1621 during the reign of Gabriel Bethlen, is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin, indicating that it was widely used in everyday transactions, and its silver content made it a reliable store of value. Additionally, the fact that it was minted in 1621, during a time of great political and social change in Europe, adds to its historical significance.