© CGB
© CGB
Coquibus - Guy of Colmieu ND
| Billon | 1.04 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Cambrai (French States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Guy of Colmieu (1295-1306) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1296-1306 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Évêché de Cambrai |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.04 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#335013 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ CAMERACENSIS
Unabridged legend: Cameracensis
Translation: [Denier] of Cambrai.
Comment
In 1296, after a period of vacancy, Gui de Colle Medio succeeded Bishop Guillaume de Hainaut. This succession did not go smoothly, as Gerard de Relenghes tried to obtain the bishopric.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Coquibus - Guy of Colmieu coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Pope Boniface VIII, who was instrumental in the development of the medieval papacy and its influence over European politics. Additionally, the coin was minted during the height of the Gothic period in art and architecture, which saw the construction of many grand cathedrals and buildings throughout Europe.
