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Denier anonymous ND
| Silver | 0.71 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Viviers (French States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1260-1280 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.71 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#30984 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Cross dividing legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ￮VI · VA · RII￮
Translation: Viviers.
Comment
Poey d'Avant expressed his doubts as to the precise monetary type of these coins. He wrote: "These coins, which, because of their light weight, are somewhere between deniers and oboles, have been found in large numbers in the Espaly treasury. This puts their date at the beginning of the 13th century.
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 King 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 rise of the nobility. Despite these challenges, the Bishopric of Viviers was able to maintain its independence and continue minting its own coins, such as this Denier anonymous ND (1260-1280) coin.