Obol - Ladislaus V Pretender to the throne ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Ladislaus V (V. László) (1444-1453) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1442-1443 |
| Value | 1 Obol (Obulus) (1⁄192) |
| Currency | Florin (1310-1540) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#103774 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Hungarian Árpád stripes, Double cross shield.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Ladislaus V Obol coin is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in Hungary. Ladislaus V was a pretender to the throne, and his coinage was a symbol of his claim to power. Despite his efforts, he was ultimately unsuccessful in his bid for the throne, and his coins are now highly sought after by collectors due to their historical significance.
