Denier - Philip II Augustus (Montreuil-sur-Mer) ND (1180-1223) front Denier - Philip II Augustus (Montreuil-sur-Mer) ND (1180-1223) back
Denier - Philip II Augustus (Montreuil-sur-Mer) ND (1180-1223) photo
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Denier - Philip II Augustus Montreuil-sur-Mer ND

 
Billon 0.97 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
France
King
Philip II Augustus (Philippe II Auguste) (1180-1223)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1180-1223
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.97 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#144456
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Cross with annulet in second and third quarters.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ MOVTVRVEL

Translation: Montreuil.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Philip II Augustus, who was known for his military conquests and administrative reforms, and this coin was likely used to finance his military campaigns.