Denier - Béla III ND (1172-1196) front Denier - Béla III ND (1172-1196) back
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Denier - Béla III ND

 
Silver 0.21 g 11.30 mm
Description
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
0.21 g
Diameter
11.30 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#72071
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Double cross on a pediment, four dots around within inner circle, empty space around inner circle

Edge

Plain

Comment

CP.:21

Interesting fact

The Denier coin of Béla III (1172-1196) from Hungary was made of silver, which was a significant departure from the previous coinage of the country, which was made of base metals. This change in material was likely due to the influx of silver from the nearby regions, which made it more accessible and affordable for the production of coins. The use of silver in the Denier coinage also signified a shift towards a more valuable and reliable currency, which was important for facilitating trade and commerce during that time.