Denier anonyme (cross) ND (1220-1293) front Denier anonyme (cross) ND (1220-1293) back
Denier anonyme (cross) ND (1220-1293) photo
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Denier anonyme cross ND

 
Billon 0.85 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Chartres (French States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1220-1293
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Livre
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.85 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#140787
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross with a pellet in third quarter.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ CARTIS CIVITAS ·

Translation: City of Chartres.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Louis IX of France, also known as Saint Louis, who was known for his devotion to religion and his efforts to reform the French monetary system.