Obol - Matthias II
| Billon (.438 silver) | 0.29 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Matthias II (II. Mátyás) (1608-1618) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1609-1613 |
| Value | 1 Obol (Obulus) (1⁄720) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Billon (.438 silver) |
| Weight | 0.29 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#106788 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned and glorified, radiant Madonna seated on a crescent holds child in her left arm, cross in the right.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Matthias II (1609-1613), is interesting because it was made of Billon, an alloy of silver and other metals, which was a common practice in Europe during the 17th century. Despite being made of a base metal, the coin still contains 0.438 silver, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.