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Denier - Humbert I ND
Billon | 0.59 g | - |
Issuer | Bishopric of Grenoble (French States) |
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Bishop | William III of Royn (1281-1302) William IV of Royn (1302-1337) |
Dauphin | Humbert I (1281-1307) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1281-1307 |
Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
Composition | Billon |
Weight | 0.59 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#198845 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross pattée
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ EPS GRO NOP OL
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Humbert I, who was the Bishop of Grenoble from 1281 to 1307. During his episcopacy, Humbert I implemented various reforms and projects, including the construction of a new cathedral, which was completed in 1306. This coin, which features the bishop's name and title, provides a glimpse into the economic and political activities of the Bishopric of Grenoble during this time period.