© CGB
© CGB
Denier - Charles I / Charles II ND
| Billon | 0.92 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | County of Maine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Charles I (1266-1285) Charles II (1285-1290) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1266-1290 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.92 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#332484 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross with lilies in quarters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ SIGNVM DEI VIVI
Translation: Symbol of living god.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in France, known as the "War of the Saint-Sardos" (1266-1290), which was a series of conflicts between the King of France and the Count of Maine, who was allied with the King of England. Despite this, the coin still bears the name of both Charles I and Charles II, indicating that it was minted during a time of political tension and transition.
