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

 
Silver 0.52 g 12.10 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
Weight
0.52 g
Diameter
12.10 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#78425
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

On an arch, pediment with two towers, star above in inner pearl circle, stars between inner and outer circles

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Andrew II denier coin from Hungary, which was minted between 1205 and 1235, features an unusual design on its reverse side. Instead of the typical depiction of a king or a saint, the coin bears an image of a tree with two birds perched on its branches. This unique design has led some numismatists to speculate that the tree may represent the Tree of Life, a symbol of eternal life and rebirth that was popular in medieval Christian art.