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Hungary Bela III , Bronze Follis, AD 1172 to 1196
There is some debate over who issued these coins. Some references attribute them to have been isued by Stephen IV between AD 1162 and 1163. That would mean Bela II (died 1141) is seated next to him.
Other references attribute these to Bela III between AD 1172 to 1196, in which case the Stephen beside him has to be Stephen IV who died in 1162. Huszar as well as many other collectors attributes them to Bela III.
Denomination: Bronze Follis.
Size: 26.5 x 26 mm scyphate (dish shape).
Weight: 2.78 grams.
Grade: VF+ .Nice dark bronze on the obverse with a dark bronze and parts of green patina on the reverse.
Reference: Huszar-72 (as Bela III). Rethy-Probst #98-100
Obverse: Madona seated forward, hold a sword like sceptre, with SANCTA MARIA around.
Reverse: Two kings enthroned, with REX BELA REX STS around.
Our Price: £40.00
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