© sinkovics
© sinkovics
Denier - John Zápolya
| Silver | 0.46 g | 15.4 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | John Zápolya (Szapolyai János) (1526-1540) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1527-1530 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Denár) (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Florin (1310-1540) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.46 g |
| Diameter | 15.4 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#36850 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Crowned Madonna with child cuts through two pearled circle. Mintmark on both sides of Madonna
Script: Latin
Lettering: PATRONA * * VNGARIE ·
Translation: Patroness of Hungary
Edge
Plain
Comment
C2-331AInteresting fact
The Denier coin featuring John Zápolya, which was minted between 1527 and 1530, was the first silver coin to be introduced in Hungary. It was a significant innovation in the country's currency system, as it replaced the previously used copper coins and helped to stabilize the Hungarian economy.
