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Denier - Gausfred III ND
| Silver | 0.71 g | 16.9 mm |
| Issuer | County of Roussillon (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Gausfred III (1121-1164) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1115-1164 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.71 g |
| Diameter | 16.9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#334220 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bar topped with a crosslet, with letters CONT around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONT
✠ ROഗILIONVഗ
Translation: ... count of Roussillon.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Gausfred III, who was the Count of Roussillon from 1115 to 1164. During his rule, he sought to strengthen the county's economy and military, and the minting of this coin was likely a part of that effort. The coin's silver content and relatively small weight suggest that it was intended for everyday use by the common people, and its design may have featured images or symbols that were significant to the county and its rulers.