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Obol - Conrad III Nuremberg ND
Silver | 0.76 g | - |
Issuer | Holy Roman Empire |
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King | Conrad III (Konrad III) (1138-1152) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1138-1152 |
Value | 1 Obol (½) |
Currency | Denier (843-1385) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 0.76 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#132909 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Church building with two towers and a large cross.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Obol - Conrad III (Nuremberg) ND (1138-1152) from Holy Roman Empire made of Silver weighing 0.76 g is that it was used as a means of payment during the reign of Conrad III, who was the King of Germany and Italy, and later became the Holy Roman Emperor. This coin was part of the standardized currency system that was introduced during his reign, which aimed to simplify trade and commerce across the empire. Despite its small size and weight, the Obol coin held significant value and played an important role in the economy of the time.