Obol Thick Strike - Rudolf 1583-1601 front Obol Thick Strike - Rudolf 1583-1601 back
Obol Thick Strike - Rudolf 1583-1601 photo
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Obol Thick Strike - Rudolf

 
Silver (.500) 2.55 g -
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Rudolph (Rudolf) (1576-1608)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1583-1601
Value
1 Obol (Obulus) (1⁄720)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1754)
Composition
Silver (.500)
Weight
2.55 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#71722
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned and glorified Madonna seated on a crescent, with child in her right arm divides K-B mintmark

Script: Latin

Lettering: K B

Translation: Körmöcbánya

Edge

Plain

Comment

C.III.: 168 - ÉH#816A
This coin is a thick strike of the coin below; weight varies, see mintyears

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Obol Thick Strike - Rudolf 1583-1601 coin from Hungary is that it was minted during the reign of Rudolf II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Hungary at the time. Rudolf II was known for his interest in the arts and sciences, and his reign saw a flourishing of culture and learning in Hungary. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 2.55 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.