Obol (saint) ND (1052-1066) front Obol (saint) ND (1052-1066) back
Obol (saint) ND (1052-1066) photo
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Obol saint ND

 
Silver 0.3 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Besalu (Spanish States)
Count
William II (1052-1066) Bernard II (1052-1100)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1052-1066
Value
1 Obol (½)
Currency
Dinero
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.3 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#136472
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Image of saint, blessing with the right hand and holding with the left hand a cross. S above right hand, R below right hand. Beaded circle around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: S R

Translation: Saint Raphael

Interesting fact

The Obol coin from the County of Besalu (Spanish States) made of Silver weighing 0.3 g is interesting because it is one of the smallest silver coins ever minted, with a diameter of only 12 millimeters.