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Obol - Otto IV Wetzlar ND
| Silver | 0.80 g | - |
| Issuer | Holy Roman Empire |
|---|---|
| King | Otto IV (1198-1209) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1198-1215 |
| Value | 1 Obol (½) |
| Currency | Denier (843-1385) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.80 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#110369 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with dots in corners.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol - Otto IV (Wetzlar) ND (1198-1215) coin from the Holy Roman Empire is that it features a unique design element - a small cross on the reverse side, which was added to the coin's design during Otto IV's reign. This cross was not present on earlier Obol coins, and its addition was likely a deliberate choice made by the mint to distinguish Otto IV's coins from those of his predecessors. This small detail provides a fascinating insight into the evolution of coin design during the Holy Roman Empire and highlights the attention to detail that went into creating these coins.
