Denier anonymous of Marseille ND (1186-1243) front Denier anonymous of Marseille ND (1186-1243) back
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Denier anonymous of Marseille ND

 
Silver 1 g 18.5 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Provence (French States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1186-1243
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Livre
Composition
Silver
Weight
1 g
Diameter
18.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#32806
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Long cross cutting legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: POVINCIA

Translation: Provence.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of King Louis IX of France, also known as Saint Louis, who was known for his strong support of the Catholic Church and his military campaigns during the Crusades.