© CGB
© CGB
Denier anonymous crescent ND
| Billon | 1.03 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | County of Vendôme (French States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1180-1205 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.03 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#332657 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ VDON CΛOSTO
Translation: Castle of Vendôme.
Comment
Imitation of coinage of Châteaudun (see example in link).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in France, known as the "Anarchy" period, which lasted from 1180 to 1205. During this time, the country was plagued by civil wars, power struggles, and widespread violence, making it a challenging era for coin production and circulation. Despite these challenges, the County of Vendôme was able to produce this coin, which features a unique crescent design and was made of billon, a type of alloy that was commonly used in medieval coinage.
