Denier - Stephen V ND (1270-1272) front Denier - Stephen V ND (1270-1272) back
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Denier - Stephen V ND

 
Silver 0.38 g 13.30 mm
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Stephen V (V. István) (1270-1272)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1270-1272
Value
Denier (Denár) (1)
Currency
Denier (997-1310)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.38 g
Diameter
13.30 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#72498
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Winged lion facing

Edge

Plain

Comment

C.I.: 288

Interesting fact

The Denier - Stephen V ND (1270-1272) coin from Hungary made of Silver weighing 0.38 g is interesting because it was issued during the reign of King Stephen V, who was only 10 years old when he ascended to the throne. Despite his young age, he was able to maintain peace and stability in the kingdom, and his reign is remembered for the introduction of a new currency system, which included the Denier coin. This coin was an important part of the economy of medieval Hungary and is now a valuable collector's item.