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Obol - Anonymous ND
| Silver | 0.26 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Basel |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1200-1249 |
| Value | 1 Obol = ½ Pfennig |
| Currency | Pfennig (1191-1382) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.26 g |
| Shape | Rectangular (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#158485 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Blank.
Edge
Plain
Comment
14.5X13mmInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol coin from the Bishopric of Basel is that it was used as a form of currency in the region during the Middle Ages, specifically between the 12th and 13th centuries. Despite its small weight of 0.26 grams, it was widely accepted and used for everyday transactions, highlighting the importance of silver coins in the economy of that time.
