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Obol - Vladislaus I ND
1444 year| Billon | 0.59 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Vladislaus I (I. Ulászló) (1440-1444) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1444 |
| Value | 1 Obol (Obulus) (1⁄192) |
| Currency | Florin (1310-1540) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.59 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#40107 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Eagle of the Jagello family
Edge
Plain
Comment
Other reference: Huszár #612
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Hungary, issued during the reign of Vladislaus I in 1444, is interesting because it was made of Billon, a metal alloy that was commonly used in coinage during the Middle Ages. Billon is a mixture of silver and copper, and it was used to create coins that were more durable and resistant to wear and tear than coins made of pure silver. The use of Billon in coinage was a common practice in many European countries during this time period, and it allowed for the production of coins that were both practical and aesthetically pleasing.
