Denier - Matthias Corvinus ND (1482-1490) front Denier - Matthias Corvinus ND (1482-1490) back
Denier - Matthias Corvinus ND (1482-1490) photo
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Denier - Matthias Corvinus ND

 
Silver 0.52 g -
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Matthias Corvinus (Mátyás Hunyadi) (1457-1490)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1482-1490
Value
1 Denier (Denár) (1⁄96)
Currency
Florin (1310-1540)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.52 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#93824
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Crowned Madonna looking left holds baby Jesus in her right arms, divides mintmark

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: paTrOn -VnGarIE

Lettering (regular font): PATRON -VNGARIE

Translation: Patron of Hungary

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Matthias Corvinus ND (1482-1490) from Hungary made of Silver weighing 0.52 g is that it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of King Matthias Corvinus, while the reverse side depicts the Hungarian coat of arms. This design was a departure from the standard design used on other coins of the time, which typically featured religious symbols or images of saints. The use of a portrait of the king and the national coat of arms on the coin was a bold move that reflected the growing power and influence of the Hungarian monarchy during this period.