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Obol - John Zápolya ND
| Silver | 0.19 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | John Zápolya (Szapolyai János) (1526-1540) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1526-1540 |
| Value | 1 Obol (Obulus) (1⁄192) |
| Currency | Florin (1310-1540) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.19 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#51293 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned Madonna with glory with child on crescent divides mintmark
Lettering: C M
Edge
Plain
Comment
Other reference: Huszár #892
Interesting fact
The Obol coin , which was issued during the reign of John Zápolya in Hungary (1526-1540), was actually a very small coin, with a diameter of only about 12 millimeters. Despite its small size, it was made of silver, which gave it a significant value at the time. This coin was used as a means of payment for everyday transactions, and its small size made it easy to handle and transport.
