Obol - Uncertain Ruler ND (1290-1310) front Obol - Uncertain Ruler ND (1290-1310) back
Obol - Uncertain Ruler ND (1290-1310) photo
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Obol - Uncertain Ruler ND

 
Silver 0.48 g 12.00 mm
Description
Issuer
Province of Slavonia (Hungarian States)
King
Andrew III (1290-1301)
Ruling authority
John Babonich (1309-1315)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1290-1310
Value
1 Obulus (½)
Currency
Denier (1216-1364)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.48 g
Diameter
12.00 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#72494
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Rimmed double cross, two crowned heads facing each other at base, mintmark on two sides above.
On top empty star on the left, crescent with a hoop on the right.

Lettering: o o

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency during a time of great economic and political change in the Hungarian States. The Province of Slavonia, where the coin was minted, was an important region for trade and commerce, and the Obol coin was likely used to facilitate transactions and exchange goods and services. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the coin played a significant role in the economy of the time.