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Obol - Iacobus II ND
| Billon | 0.34 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Aragon (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | James II (1291-1327) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1291-1327 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Libra |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.34 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#123657 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Patriarchal cross
Script: Latin
Lettering: IACOBVS REX
Translation: James II King
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the reign of King James II of Aragon, who ruled from 1291 to 1327. The coin was made of billon, a type of alloy that is composed of a mixture of metals, and it weighed 0.34 grams. Despite its small size, the Obol coin played an important role in the economy of the Kingdom of Aragon during this time period.
