© Monnaies d'Antan
© Monnaies d'Antan
Denier - Alain IV ND
| Billon | 1.04 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brittany (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Alain IV (1084-1112) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1084-1112 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.04 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#51824 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ REDONIഗ CIVIT
Translation: City of Rennes.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Alain IV ND (1084-1112) from Duchy of Brittany (French States) made of Billon weighing 1.04 g is that it features a unique design, with an ornate cross on the obverse (front) side and the name of the ruler, Alain IV, on the reverse (back) side. This design was typical of coins minted during the Middle Ages and reflects the influence of Christianity during that time period.
