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Denier - Stephen III ND
| Silver | 0.26 g | 12.15 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Stephen III (III. István) (1162-1172) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1162-1172 |
| Value | Denier (Denár) (1) |
| Currency | Denier (997-1310) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.26 g |
| Diameter | 12.15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#102419 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Letter S crossing line
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Stephen III ND (1162-1172) Denier coin from Hungary made of Silver weighing 0.26 g is interesting because it was issued during a time of significant political and economic change in Hungary. Stephen III was the first king of Hungary to issue coins in his own name, and this coin was part of a series of reforms he implemented to strengthen the Hungarian economy and centralize power. Despite being a small silver coin, it played an important role in the economy of the time and is now a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
