Obol - Vladislaus II ND (1490-1498) front Obol - Vladislaus II ND (1490-1498) back
Obol - Vladislaus II ND (1490-1498) photo
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Obol - Vladislaus II ND

 
Silver 0.38 g -
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Vladislaus II (II. Ulászló) (1490-1516)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1490-1498
Value
1 Obol (Obulus) (1⁄192)
Currency
Florin (1310-1540)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.38 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#40141
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Madonna with open crown glorified seated, with glorified child on her right arm divides mintmark

Edge

Plain

Comment

C2-279

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Obol coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the reign of Vladislaus II of Hungary, who ruled from 1490 to 1498. The coin was made of silver and weighed 0.38 grams, making it a valuable and durable form of currency for everyday transactions. Despite its small size, the Obol coin played an important role in the economy of Hungary during this time period.