Denier - Odo of Burgundy ND (1249-1262) front Denier - Odo of Burgundy ND (1249-1262) back
Denier - Odo of Burgundy ND (1249-1262) photo
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Denier - Odo of Burgundy ND

 
Silver 0.93 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Lordship of Montluçon (French States)
Lord
Odo de Burgundy (1249-1262)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1249-1262
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Livre
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.93 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#335661
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ MONLVCONIS

Translation: Montluçon.

Comment

Eudes was the son of Hugues IV, Duke of Burgundy. In 1247, he married Mahaut, Countess of Nevers. This union produced three daughters: Yolande, who inherited the county of Nevers on her mother's death (1262); Marguerite, who inherited the county of Tonnerre; and Alix, who inherited the county of Auxerre.Automatically translated

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Odo of Burgundy ND (1249-1262) from Lordship of Montluçon (French States) made of Silver weighing 0.93 g is that it features an image of Odo of Burgundy, who was a powerful nobleman and military leader during the 13th century. He played a significant role in the politics and military campaigns of the time, and his image on the coin reflects his importance in French history.