© Bibliothèque nationale de France
© Bibliothèque nationale de France
Denier - immobilization in the name of Ralph ND
| Billon | 1.34 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Lordship of Nogent-le-Roi (French States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 940-950 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.34 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#332624 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ NVIENTVS CΛSTI
Translation: Castle of Nogent.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of silver and copper that was commonly used in medieval Europe for coinage. The use of Billon in coinage was a way to stretch the limited supply of silver, while still maintaining the value of the coin. The fact that this coin was made of Billon and not pure silver or gold, highlights the economic and financial realities of the time period in which it was minted.