© Medieval Coinage
© Medieval Coinage
Quarting - Sigismund ND
| Silver | 0.12 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Sigismund (Zsigmond) (1387-1437) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1430-1437 |
| Value | ¼ Denier (Quarting) (1⁄384) |
| Currency | Florin (1310-1540) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.12 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#48166 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 46% |
Reverse
Open crown
Edge
Plain
Comment
QuartingEquivalent to a quarter-denar, the quarting was a new denomination introduced by Sigismund and was a very crudely made and low valued coin.
Interesting fact
The Quarting coin was used as a means of payment in Hungary during the reign of King Sigismund (1430-1437). It was made of silver and weighed 0.12 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the Quarting coin played an important role in the economy of Hungary during the 15th century.
