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Denier - Sigismund ND
| Silver | 0.46 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Sigismund (Zsigmond) (1387-1437) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1387-1389 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Denár) (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Florin (1310-1540) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.46 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#51202 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Fourfold shield of Hungary with Árpád stripes twice and Brandenbourg eagles twice, no inner pearl circle
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + · REGIS · VnGARIE ·
Lettering (regular font): + · REGIS · VNGARIE ·
Translation: King of Hungary
Edge
Plain
Comment
Other reference: Huszár #575
Interesting fact
The Sigismund ND (1387-1389) Denier coin from Hungary was made of silver, which was a rare and valuable material at the time. The use of silver in coins was a symbol of the country's wealth and power, and it was only used for the most important coins. The fact that this coin was made of silver suggests that it was a high-value coin and was likely used for large transactions or as a store of value.
