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

 
Silver 0.19 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
0.19 g
Diameter
10.00 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#72072
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross with 4 dots within inner circle, outside of circle is empty

Edge

Plain

Comment

C.I.: 165

Interesting fact

The Obol coin from Hungary, issued during the reign of Béla III (1172-1196), was made of silver and weighed 0.19 grams. Despite its small size, this coin played a significant 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.