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Denier - Louis II
| Silver | 0.50 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Louis II (II. Lajos) (1516-1526) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1521-1526 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Denár) (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Florin (1310-1540) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.50 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#36848 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 63% |
Reverse
Crowned Madonna seated, with child in her right arm, no lettering, no inner circle.
Edge
Plain
Comment
C2-308AH#851: L - R or L - K besides Madonna between two rosettes each vertically arranged
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Louis II 1521-1526 from Hungary made of Silver weighing 0.50 g is that it was minted during the reign of Louis II, who was the King of Hungary and Bohemia from 1516 to 1526. Louis II was a member of the Jagellonian dynasty and was known for his efforts to centralize power and maintain peace with his neighbors. The coin's design likely reflects the king's image and symbolizes his authority.
