Obol - Béla III ND (1172-1196) front Obol - Béla III ND (1172-1196) back
Obol - Béla III ND (1172-1196) photo
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Obol - Béla III ND

 
Silver 0.18 g 10.00 mm
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Béla III (1172-1196)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1172-1196
Value
Obol (Obulus) (½)
Currency
Denier (997-1310)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.18 g
Diameter
10.00 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#40147
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Small cross and four dots in inner line circle

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Obol coin from Hungary, issued during the reign of Béla III (1172-1196), was made of silver and weighed 0.18 grams. Despite its small size, this coin played an important role in the economy of medieval Hungary, as it was used for everyday transactions and was a symbol of the country's economic growth and stability during that period.