Obol - Matthias Corvinus ND (1471-1481) front Obol - Matthias Corvinus ND (1471-1481) back
Obol - Matthias Corvinus ND (1471-1481) photo
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Obol - Matthias Corvinus ND

 
Silver 0.27 g -
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Matthias Corvinus (Mátyás Hunyadi) (1457-1490)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1471-1481
Value
1 Obol (Obulus) (1⁄192)
Currency
Florin (1310-1540)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.27 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#39940
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Madonna in veil holds baby Jesus in her right arms divides mintmark

Edge

Plain

Comment

Other reference: Huszár #728Automatically translated

Interesting fact

The Obol coin featuring Matthias Corvinus, King of Hungary, is notable for its unique design. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was the first time a Hungarian king was depicted on a coin wearing a Renaissance-style hat, signifying the cultural and artistic influences of the time.