© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Obol - Ponce Hugo V ND
| Billon | 0.3 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Empuries (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Ponce Hugh V (1277-1313) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1277-1313 |
| Value | 1 Obol (½) |
| Currency | Dinero |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#192758 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross with flowers in angles. Legend around, between two circles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +POCI' VGO
Translation: Ponce Hugh
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from the County of Empuries, featuring Ponce Hugo V, is interesting because it was used as a form of currency in the 13th century, yet it weighs only 0.3 grams, making it one of the lightest coins in circulation at that time.
