© CGB
© CGB
Denier anonymous annulet; star ND
| Billon | 0.85 g | - |
| Issuer | Priory of Souvigny (French States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1249-1262 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.85 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#325221 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Short cross pattée with a six-pointed star in the upper right corner.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ DE SILVINIACO
Translation: Of Souvigny.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in France, specifically during the reign of Louis IX (also known as Saint Louis) who ruled from 1214 to 1270. This was a period of significant political, social, and economic change in the country, including the establishment of the first French parliament and the introduction of new currency reforms. Despite these changes, the Priory of Souvigny, where this coin was minted, remained a powerful and influential religious institution in the region.
