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Obol - Ferdinand I ND
| Silver (.500) | 0.28 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand I (I. Ferdinánd) (1526-1564) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1526-1564 |
| Value | 1 Obol (Obulus) (1⁄720) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 0.28 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#35861 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned and glorified Madonna with child in her right arm on a crescent divides mintmark
Lettering: K B
Edge
Plain
Comment
C3-67; C3-71Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Ferdinand I Obol coin from Hungary is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand I, who was the King of Hungary and Bohemia, and later became the Holy Roman Emperor. This was a period of religious upheaval, with the Protestant Reformation gaining momentum and the Catholic Church facing challenges to its authority. Additionally, the coin was minted during a time of economic change, as the use of silver coins was becoming more widespread and the traditional system of bartering was slowly disappearing. Despite these challenges, the Ferdinand I Obol coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, providing a glimpse into the history and culture of 16th-century Europe.
