Obol - Ferdinand I Gold Strike
1562 year| Gold (.990) | 3.27 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand I (I. Ferdinánd) (1526-1564) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1562 |
| Value | 1 Obol (Obulus) (1⁄720) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Gold (.990) |
| Weight | 3.27 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#106385 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned and glorified Madonna with child in her right arm on a crescent divides mintmark.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Weight varies, see below.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern Obol - Ferdinand I (Gold Strike) 1562 from Hungary is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Habsburg dynasty, which was the ruling family of Hungary at the time. This shield is placed above the crown on the obverse side of the coin, and it adds an extra layer of historical significance to the already rare and valuable coin.
