Obol - Wenceslaus ND (1301-1305) front Obol - Wenceslaus ND (1301-1305) back
Obol - Wenceslaus ND (1301-1305) photo
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Obol - Wenceslaus ND

 
Silver 0.21 g 8.20 mm
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Wenceslaus (Vencel) (1301-1305)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1301-1305
Value
Obol (Obulus) (½)
Currency
Denier (997-1310)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.21 g
Diameter
8.20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#77692
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Boar-like animal to the right a dot in front

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Obol coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Wenceslaus ND (1301-1305), was made of silver and weighed only 0.21 grams, making it one of the smallest silver coins in circulation during that time. Despite its small size, it was still considered a valuable form of currency and was widely used in trade and commerce.