Obol - Interregnum ND (1439-1440) front Obol - Interregnum ND (1439-1440) back
Obol - Interregnum ND (1439-1440) photo
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Obol - Interregnum ND

 
Silver 0.26 g 12 mm
Description
Issuer
Hungary
Period
Captains in Chief (1445-1446)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1439-1440
Value
1 Obol (Obulus) (1⁄192)
Currency
Florin (1310-1540)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.26 g
Diameter
12 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#103313
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Fourfold coat of arms: Hungarian stripes, Bohemian lion, Moravian eagle, Austrian bonds

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Obol - Interregnum ND (1439-1440) coin from Hungary was minted during a time of political turmoil in the country. The coin's design features the Hungarian coat of arms on one side and the Holy Crown of Hungary on the other. Despite its small size, the coin was an important symbol of national identity and unity during a period of great upheaval.