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Denier - Hugh XII ND
| Silver | 1.02 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Angoulême (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Hugh XII (1250-1270) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1250-1270 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.02 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#423735 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Rosette and crescent.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✠ C ENGOLIMEN
SIS
Translation: ... Count of Angoulême.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Hugh XII ND (1250-1270) from County of Angoulême (French States) made of Silver weighing 1.02 g is that it features a unique design, with an image of a crowned king on the obverse (front) side and a cross on the reverse (back) side. This design was common for coins issued by the County of Angoulême during this time period, and it symbolized the power and authority of the ruling king, Hugh XII.
