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Denier - Béla III ND
| Silver | 0.24 g | 14.75 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Béla III (1172-1196) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1172-1196 |
| Value | Denier (Denár) (1) |
| Currency | Denier (997-1310) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.24 g |
| Diameter | 14.75 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#47738 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lion to the left or to the right in line circle
Edge
Plain
Comment
Other reference: Huszár #61
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Béla III ND (1172-1196) from Hungary made of Silver weighing 0.24 g is that it was issued during the reign of King Béla III, who was a member of the Árpád dynasty and ruled Hungary from 1172 to 1196. During his reign, Béla III made significant reforms to the Hungarian coinage system, introducing new denominations and improving the quality of the coins. The Denier coin was one of the coins introduced during his reign, and it was used as a standard circulation coin throughout Hungary. Despite being made of silver, the Denier coin was relatively small in size and light in weight, with a diameter of about 18 mm and a weight of 0.24 grams. Despite its small size, the Denier coin played an important role in the Hungarian economy during the 12th century, and it remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
