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Obol - Vladislaus II ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Vladislaus II (II. Ulászló) (1490-1516) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1497-1503 |
| Value | 1 Obol (Obulus) (1⁄192) |
| Currency | Florin (1310-1540) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#104844 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Madonna with open crown seated on crescent, with child on her right arm divides mintmark.
Madonna and child sometimes with glory sometimes without, see individual types.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Vladislaus II (1497-1503), is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin, indicating that it was widely used in everyday transactions and had a high level of acceptance among merchants and traders. Additionally, the fact that it was minted during a specific time period and bears the image of a particular ruler makes it a unique piece of history that can provide insight into the economic and political climate of that era.
