Obol - Leopold I 1662-1699 front Obol - Leopold I 1662-1699 back
Obol - Leopold I 1662-1699 photo
© H. D. Rauch

Obol - Leopold I

 
Billon - -
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Leopold I (I. Lipót) (1657-1705)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1662-1699
Value
1 Obol (Obulus) (1⁄720)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1754)
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#189443
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Non-radiant glorified and crowned Madonna with the child on her left arm divides date

Script: Latin

Lettering: 16 63

Edge

Plain

Comment

ÉH#1121A - top of the shield on obverse is curved

Interesting fact

The Obol - Leopold I 1662-1699 coin from Hungary made of Billon is notable for its unique design, which features a crowned shield with the Hungarian coat of arms on one side and an image of Leopold I on the other. This design was used during Leopold's reign as King of Hungary and reflects the country's rich history and cultural heritage.