Obol - Andrew II ND (1205-1235) front Obol - Andrew II ND (1205-1235) back
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Obol - Andrew II ND

 
Silver 0.20 g 9.80 mm
Description
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
0.20 g
Diameter
9.80 mm
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#78413
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross on a pediment, two tall birds at the side

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Obol coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Andrew II (1205-1235), is interesting because it was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, yet it weighed only 0.20 grams, making it one of the smallest silver coins in circulation at the time.