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Denier - Stephen III ND
| Silver | 0.18 g | 13.00 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 | 0.18 g |
| Diameter | 13.00 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#34120 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Dot in center wedges pointing to center above and below; two outward crescents at the side within inner circle
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Denier coin from Hungary, issued during the reign of Stephen III (1162-1172), is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. Despite its small weight of 0.18 grams, it was still considered a standard circulation coin and was widely used in transactions throughout the country. This coin is a testament to the advanced minting techniques and the value placed on currency during the medieval period in Hungary.
