Silver Obol of Bela IV: A Jewish Mint Master's Creation


Silver obol; obverse depicts a castle tower with fleur-de-lis on either side and a crescent below; reverse shows a large Hebrew letter Tsade within a circle of lilies. Minted by Jewish mint masters. Off-center. Five other obols with different designs are in this collection. Date: circa 1235. Geographic location: Possibly Hungary (based on association with Bela IV).


Associated People/Businesses

  • BELA IV

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Physical Location

Kaplan Family