Obol - Stephen V ND (1270-1272) front Obol - Stephen V ND (1270-1272) back
Obol - Stephen V ND (1270-1272) photo
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Obol - Stephen V ND

 
Silver 0.21 g 9.20 mm
Description
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
References
Numista
N#59928
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Hebrew letter between two animals facing

Script: Hebrew

Edge

Plain

Comment

Other reference: Huszár #353Automatically translated

Interesting fact

The Obol coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Stephen V (1270-1272), is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. Despite its small weight of 0.21 grams, the coin still held significant value and was widely used in trade and commerce. Additionally, the coin's design likely featured the image of the king, which symbolized the power and authority of the Hungarian monarchy during that period.