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Obol - Béla IV ND
| Silver | 0.40 g | 9.60 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Béla IV (1235-1270) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1235-1270 |
| Value | Obol (Obulus) (½) |
| Currency | Denier (997-1310) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.40 g |
| Diameter | 9.60 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#51096 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned monarch with orb in right hand, scepter in left
Edge
Plain
Comment
Other reference: Huszár #296
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Béla IV (1235-1270), is interesting because it was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, yet it weighed only 0.40 grams, making it one of the smallest silver coins in circulation at the time. This fact highlights the economic and monetary policies of the Hungarian kingdom during that period, which focused on issuing small denomination coins to facilitate trade and commerce.
