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Denier - Alain III ND
| Billon | 1.3 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brittany (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Alain III (1008-1040) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1008-1040 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#423383 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ RIbOIII CA
Translation: City of Rennes.
Comment
The word RIX is simply an immobilization of the GRATIA DEI REX usual legends.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Alain III ND (1008-1040) from Duchy of Brittany (French States) made of Billon weighing 1.3 g is that it features an image of a ducal crown on the obverse side, which symbolizes the power and authority of the Duke of Brittany.
