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Denier - Alphonse of Poitiers ND
| Silver | 1 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | County of Toulouse (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Alphonse of Poitiers (1249-1271) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1249-1271 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#55704 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
PAX degenerate.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ TOLOഗΛ CIVI
Translation: City of Toulouse.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Alphonse of Poitiers ND (1249-1271) from County of Toulouse (French States) made of Silver weighing 1 g is that it features an image of Alphonse of Poitiers, who was the Count of Toulouse and a prominent figure in the history of southern France. The coin's design includes a detailed portrait of Alphonse on one side and an image of a cross on the other, symbolizing his role as a religious leader and his connection to the Catholic Church. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history that provides insight into the economic and political systems of medieval France.