Denier - Charles I ND (1246-1266) front Denier - Charles I ND (1246-1266) back
Denier - Charles I ND (1246-1266) photo
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Denier - Charles I ND

 
Billon 1.09 g 17.5 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Anjou (French States)
Count
Charles I (1246-1285)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1246-1266
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Livre
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.09 g
Diameter
17.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#335003
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Monogram simplified of Fulk.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ ANDEGAVENSIS

Unabridged legend: Andegavensis

Translation: [Denier] of Angers.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Charles I, who was also known as Charles of Anjou, and was a member of the House of Capet. He ruled the County of Anjou, which is now a region in western France, and this coin was minted during his reign. The fact that it was made of Billon, a type of alloy that is composed of a mixture of metals, and weighs 1.09 grams, makes it a unique and interesting piece of history.