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Denier - Arnould II ND
| Billon | 1.09 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Abbey of Saint-Bertin (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Arnulf II (965-987) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 965-987 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.09 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#198211 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with C R V X in cantons.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CRVX
RALVD
Translation:
Cross.
Arnould.
Comment
Arnold II is the first count of Flanders to mint coins in his own name; this type would imitate the coins of Æthelred II of England, issued around 991 (see link below).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Arnould II ND (965-987) coin from the Abbey of Saint-Bertin (French States) is that it was made of Billon, a type of alloy that was commonly used in medieval Europe for coinage. Billon is a mixture of silver and other metals, typically copper, tin, or lead, and was used to create a coin that was more durable and resistant to wear and tear than pure silver coins. The use of Billon in coinage during this period was a common practice in many parts of Europe, and this coin is an example of that.