Denier - Stephen II (mule strike) ND (1116-1131) front Denier - Stephen II (mule strike) ND (1116-1131) back
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Denier - Stephen II mule strike ND

 
Silver 0.30 g 11 mm
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Stephen II (II. István) (1116-1131)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1116-1131
Value
Denier (Denár) (1)
Currency
Denier (997-1310)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.30 g
Diameter
11 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#102205
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Cross in inner circle with empty space, four wedges between inner and outer circles

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Stephen II (mule strike) ND (1116-1131) from Hungary made of Silver weighing 0.30 g is that it is a rare example of a mule strike, which means that it was struck with a die that was not intended for use with that particular coin. This can occur when a die is accidentally paired with the wrong coin or when a die is used for a different coin than it was designed for. Mule strikes are highly sought after by collectors due to their rarity and unique nature.