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Denier - Albert ND
1438 yearSilver | 0.51 g | - |
Issuer | Hungary |
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King | Albert (1437-1439) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 1438 |
Value | 1 Denier (Denár) (1⁄96) |
Currency | Florin (1310-1540) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 0.51 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#51201 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fourfold coat of arms: Hungarian Árpád stripes, Bohemian lion, Moravian eagle, Austrian binded shield in inner circle
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + REGIS · VnGARIE · ET · C
Lettering (regular font): + REGIS · VNGARIE · ET · C
Translation: King of Hungary and so on
Edge
Plain
Comment
Other reference: Huszár #590Interesting fact
The Denier - Albert ND (1438) coin from Hungary was made of silver, which was a rare and valuable metal at the time. In fact, silver coins were only introduced in Hungary in the 14th century, and they quickly became an important part of the country's currency system. The use of silver in coins was a sign of the country's economic growth and stability, and it helped to facilitate trade and commerce within Hungary and beyond its borders.