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© krezga (CC BY)
Obol - Stephen V ND
| Silver | 0.21 g | 9.20 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Stephen V (V. István) (1270-1272) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1270-1272 |
| Value | Obol (Obulus) (½) |
| Currency | Denier (997-1310) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.21 g |
| Diameter | 9.20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#40153 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Two birds facing each other, between them a Hebrew letter
Script: Hebrew
Edge
Plain
Comment
Other reference: Huszár #358
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Stephen V (1270-1272), is interesting because it was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, yet it weighed only 0.21 grams, making it one of the smallest silver coins in circulation at the time.
