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Obol - Louis I ND
| Silver | 0.22 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Louis I (I. Lajos) (1342-1382) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1371-1372 |
| Value | 1 Obol (Obulus) (1⁄192) |
| Currency | Florin (1310-1540) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.22 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#72519 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Twofold coat of arms with a lily on top
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + DEI GRATIA · R · HGARIE
Lettering (regular font): + DEI GRATIA · R · HGARIE
Translation: by grace of God, King of Hungary
Edge
Plain
Comment
C.II.: 88Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Louis I (1371-1372), is interesting because it was one of the first coins to feature a unique design that would become a hallmark of Hungarian coinage - the so-called "Hungarian shield" or "King's shield" which features the coat of arms of the Hungarian king on one side and the royal crown on the other. This design was used for centuries and became a symbol of Hungarian national identity.
