Obol - Louis II 1523 (1516-1526) front Obol - Louis II 1523 (1516-1526) back
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Obol - Louis II

1523 (1516-1526) years
Silver 0.24 g -
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Louis II (II. Lajos) (1516-1526)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1523 (1516-1526)
Value
1 Obol (Obulus) (1⁄192)
Currency
Florin (1310-1540)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.24 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#72528
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Crowned Madonna with glory, child on her right arm on crescent divides mintmark

Lettering: L K

Edge

Plain

Comment

C.II.: 315

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Obol - Louis II 1523 (1516-1526) from Hungary made of Silver weighing 0.24 g is that it was used as a means of payment during the reign of King Louis II of Hungary and Bohemia. It was a small denomination coin that was widely used in trade and commerce during that time. Despite its small value, it was made of silver, which gave it a level of durability and value that was not typically found in coins of similar denominations. This coin is a testament to the economic and monetary systems of the time, and it provides a unique insight into the financial practices of the people of Hungary during the 16th century.