1235–1270 Hungary Béla IV Silver Obol – NGC MS 61
This exceptional silver obol was struck during the reign of King Béla IV of Hungary (1235–1270), one of the most important rulers of the medieval Hungarian Kingdom. Known as the “Second Founder of the State,” Béla IV played a pivotal role in rebuilding Hungary after the devastating Mongol invasion of 1241 and strengthening the kingdom for future generations.
Certified NGC MS 61 (Mint State 61), this remarkable medieval silver obol displays original mint detail and exceptional preservation for a coin approaching 800 years of age. Mint State examples from this period are highly sought after due to their rarity and the difficulty of preserving such early coinage.
According to the NGC Population Report, only 2 examples have been graded MS 61, with just 1 example graded higher. This places the coin among the finest certified examples known and makes it an exceptional opportunity for collectors of medieval Hungarian coinage.
A rare and historically significant piece from the Árpád dynasty, this Béla IV obol offers an outstanding combination of extreme scarcity, high grade, and nearly eight centuries of history.
