Obol - Andrew III ND
| Silver | 0.2 g | 9.0 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Andrew III (III. András) (1290-1301) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1290-1301 |
| Value | Obol (Obulus) (½) |
| Currency | Denier (997-1310) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.2 g |
| Diameter | 9.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#102684 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Leafy tree in centre, two strawberries at the side
Edge
Plain
Comment
Obulus of ÉH#334Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Hungary, issued during the reign of Andrew III (1290-1301), is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. Despite its small weight of 0.2 grams, the coin was widely used in trade and commerce, indicating the importance of silver in the economy of medieval Hungary.
