Follis - Béla III ND


Copper	2.17 g	22.00 mm

Description

Issuer	Hungary
King	Béla III (1172-1196)
Type	Standard circulation coin
Years	1172-1196
Value	Follis
Currency	Denier (997-1310)
Composition	Copper
Weight	2.17 g
Diameter	22.00 mm
Shape	Round (irregular, Bowl shaped)
Technique	Hammered
Orientation	Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized	Yes
Updated	2024-10-05

References

Numista	N#33693
Rarity index	54%

Reverse

Kufic script

Scripts: Arabic, Arabic (kufic)

Lettering: IOI

Edge

Plain

Comment

There are only 2 Hungarian copper coin types from 10th to 17th century, this one and EH#114
At that time, many Arab and Byzantine coins circulated in the kingdom. This coin is an imitation of Arab coinage, unlike the other, which is clearly Byzantine in inspiration.

Form of script varies very significantly

CAC I#16.16: JOJ lettering
CAC I#16.17: IOI lettering
CAC I#16.18: I I lettering

Interesting fact

The Follis coin of Béla III of Hungary, made of copper and weighing 2.17g, is interesting because it was used as a means of exchange during a time of great economic growth and cultural development in Hungary, particularly during the reign of Béla III (1172-1196). This coin was part of a new monetary system introduced by Béla III, which helped to stabilize the economy and promote trade. It features the king's name and title on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the Christian faith of the ruling dynasty. Despite its small size and relatively low value, this coin played an important role in the economy of medieval Hungary and is now a valuable collector's item for numismatists.

Price

Date	Mintage	VG	F	VF	XF	AU	UNC
ND (1172-1196)		-	-	-	-	-	-

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Follis - Béla III ND (1172-1196) coin.