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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Gaucher V ND
1301 year| Silver | 0.45 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Vaudemont (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Gaucher V de Châtillon (1300-1312) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1301 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.45 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#384571 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sword.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: WEDEM-N
Lettering (regular font): WEDEM-N
Comment
Around 1300, Gaucher V de Châtillon married Hélisende de Vergy (1265-1312), widow of Henri II, Count of Vaudémont.This coinage imitates that of Duke Ferry III (see link below).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Gaucher V ND (1301) coin from County of Vaudemont (French States) is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was minted in 1301, which was during the reign of King Philip IV of France, who was known for his efforts to centralize power and control the economy. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
