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

 
Silver 0.51 g 15.30 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
0.51 g
Diameter
15.30 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#78458
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Central cross vertically ends in 2 V shaped ornament, horizontally in double crescents, four dots close to origo, two further dots in the two Vs

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Béla III ND (1172-1196) from Hungary made of Silver weighing 0.51 g is that it features a unique design, with the obverse side bearing the image of King Béla III, while the reverse side features a cross with four pelicans, symbolizing the four evangelists. This design was a departure from the typical designs found on coins of the time, which often featured religious symbols or images of saints. The use of a monarch's image on a coin was also a bold move, as it signified the growing power and influence of the Hungarian monarchy during this period.