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© CGB
1 Denier - Charles II d'Anjou ND
| Billon | 0.88 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Achaea (Frankish Greece) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Charles II the Lame (1285-1289) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1285-1289 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Denier (1205-1432) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.88 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#125574 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Châtel tournois with a cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CLARENTIA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles II d'Anjou, who was the ruler of the Principality of Achaea, a Frankish state in Greece, in the late 13th century. Despite being a small denomination coin, it was made of billon, a type of alloy that was commonly used for coins during that time period. Additionally, the coin weighs 0.88 grams, which is relatively light compared to other coins of similar denominations. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact for collectors and historians interested in the history of Greece and the Frankish Empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1285-1289) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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