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Obol - Leopold I Gold strike
1682 yearGold | 0.84 g | - |
Issuer | Hungary |
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King | Leopold I (I. Lipót) (1657-1705) |
Type | Pattern |
Year | 1682 |
Value | 1 Obol (Obulus) (1⁄720) |
Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
Composition | Gold |
Weight | 0.84 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#72258 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The Pattern Obol - Leopold I (Gold strike) 1682 from Hungary is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It is considered a pattern coin, meaning it was struck as a trial or sample coin, and not intended for circulation. The coin features a portrait of Leopold I, the Holy Roman Emperor, on one side, and the Hungarian coat of arms on the other. The fact that it was made of gold and weighs 0.84 g makes it even more unique and valuable to collectors.