Denier - Béla I ND (1060-1063) front Denier - Béla I ND (1060-1063) back
Denier - Béla I ND (1060-1063) photo
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Denier - Béla I ND

 
Silver 0.49 g 16.00 mm
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Béla I (I. Béla) (1060-1063)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1060-1063
Value
Denier (Denár) (1)
Currency
Denier (997-1310)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.49 g
Diameter
16.00 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#47733
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Isosceles cross in a ring, wedges in between

Lettering: +PANNONIA

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Béla I ND (1060-1063) from Hungary made of Silver weighing 0.49 g is that it was issued during the reign of King Béla I of Hungary, who ruled from 1060 to 1063. This coin was part of a series of coins issued during his reign, which were designed to promote trade and commerce in the region. The use of silver in the coin's composition was a significant departure from the previous coins issued in Hungary, which were made of copper or bronze. The introduction of silver coins helped to establish Hungary as a major player in international trade and commerce during the Middle Ages.