Denier - Philip II Augustus (Peronne) ND (1180-1223) front Denier - Philip II Augustus (Peronne) ND (1180-1223) back
Denier - Philip II Augustus (Peronne) ND (1180-1223) photo
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Denier - Philip II Augustus Peronne ND

 
Silver 0.88 g 20 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
Silver
Weight
0.88 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#318481
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Cross within inner stylized circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ☩ PERONNE

Translation: Peronne.

Comment

The two-line inscription on the obverse is quite common and often misunderstood although it is actually very simple: it is simply the end of the lettering which must be read clockwise FRANCO, hence the impression that the letter C is sometimes reversed.

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, which helped to strengthen the French monarchy and lay the foundations for the country's future power and influence in Europe.