Denier - Andrew II ND (1205-1235) front Denier - Andrew II ND (1205-1235) back
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Denier - Andrew II ND

 
Silver - 13.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Andrew II (II. András) (1205-1235)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1205-1235
Value
Denier (Denár) (1)
Currency
Denier (997-1310)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
13.6 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#201055
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

In inner circle king's portrait facing, at the two sides star and crescent.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Andrew II ND (1205-1235) from Hungary made of Silver is that it was used as a means of payment for the common people, while the nobility used gold coins. This shows that the silver denier was considered a coin for the masses, while gold coins were reserved for the wealthy and powerful.