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Obol - Ladislaus V Pretender to the throne ND
| Billon | 0.52 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Ladislaus V (V. László) (1444-1453) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1451-1452 |
| Value | 1 Obol (Obulus) (1⁄192) |
| Currency | Florin (1310-1540) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.52 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#74672 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Fourfold coat of arms: Hungarian Árpád stripes; Bohemian lion, Moravian eagle, Austrian bonds
Lettering: + REGIS · VNGARIE · ET · C
Translation: King of Hungary and so on
Edge
Plain
Comment
Other reference: Huszár #657
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.
