Obol - Andrew II ND
| Silver | 0.39 g | 12.3 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Andrew II (II. András) (1205-1235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1205-1235 |
| Value | Obol (Obulus) (½) |
| Currency | Denier (997-1310) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.39 g |
| Diameter | 12.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#200492 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Church with two towers, two dots in the middle.
Comment
Obulus version of ÉH#127 .Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Hungary, issued during the reign of Andrew II (1205-1235), is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. Despite its small weight of 0.39 grams, the coin was widely used in trade and commerce, indicating the strong economy and trade networks of medieval Hungary.
