© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
¼ Groschen - Louis II ND
| Billon | 1.09 g | - |
| Issuer | Counties of Valentinois and Diois (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Louis II (1374-1419) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1374-1419 |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.09 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#396784 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with crescents at ends.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ LVDOVIC DE PITAVI
Lettering (regular font): ✠ LVDOVIC DE PITAVI
Translation: Louis of Poitiers.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Groschen coin from the Counties of Valentinois and Diois is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of silver and copper. This was a common practice during the Middle Ages, as pure silver was too expensive to use for everyday coinage. Instead, Billon was used to create coins that had a silver-like appearance but were more affordable to produce. This coin, in particular, weighs 1.09 grams and features Louis II, who ruled the region from 1374 to 1419. Despite being made of an alloy, the coin still holds significant historical value and is a fascinating piece of numismatic history.