Obverse © CGB – Reverse © Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Obverse © CGB – Reverse © Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Denier anonymous Lord of Bourbon; lilies and shell ND
| Billon | 0.8 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Priory of Souvigny (French States) |
|---|---|
| Lady | Agnes of Bourbon (1262-1287) |
| Lord | John of Burgundy (1262-1268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1262-1268 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#325253 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Short cross pattée with three lilies and one seashell in the angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ DE SILVINIACO
Translation: Of Souvigny.
Comment
John of Burgundy had many family ties with the house of France. That would be why he was able to put lilies on his coins minted in alliance with Souvigny.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in France, known as the "War of the Saint-Sabas," which lasted from 1262 to 1268. Despite the conflict, the Priory of Souvigny was able to continue minting coins, such as this denier, which features the Lord of Bourbon and symbols of lilies and shells. This coin is a rare surviving example of the currency used during this time period, providing valuable insight into the economic and political conditions of medieval France.