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Denier - Sigismund ND
| Silver | 0.76 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Sigismund (Zsigmond) (1387-1437) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1427-1437 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Denár) (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Florin (1310-1540) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.76 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#34648 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Simple 7x cut red-silver fields shield of Hungary
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + REGIS VnGARIE ET · C ·
Lettering (regular font): + REGIS VNGARIE ET · C ·
Translation: King of Hungary and so on
Edge
Plain
Comment
Other reference: Huszár #578
Interesting fact
The Sigismund Denier coin from Hungary, minted between 1427 and 1437, features an image of King Sigismund on one side and the Hungarian coat of arms on the other. It's made of silver and weighs 0.76 grams. What's interesting about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Hungary, when the country was facing threats from the Ottoman Empire and internal political struggles. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency, reflecting the resilience and resourcefulness of the Hungarian people during this period.
