© Quiquengrogne
© Quiquengrogne
Denier - Hugh III / Hugh IV Dijon ND
| Billon | 0.74 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Burgundy (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Hugues III (1162-1192) Hugh IV (1218-1271) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1162-1272 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.74 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#79111 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Cross with pellets in second and third quarters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ☩ DIVIONENSIS
Unabridged legend: Divionensis
Translation: [Denier] of Dijon.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Duchy of Burgundy. The coin was issued during the reign of Hugh III and Hugh IV, who were both dukes of Burgundy in the 13th century. During their rule, the duchy faced challenges from neighboring kingdoms and was involved in several conflicts, including the War of the Succession of Champagne. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a standard circulation coin and was widely used in trade and commerce.
