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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Reynold of Culent ND
| Billon | 0.83 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Charenton (French States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Reynold of Culan (1250-1255) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1250-1255 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.83 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#336248 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lily sided with I and E, with crescents above and below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ DNS CARENTON
Unabridged legend: Dominus Carentonis
Translation: ... lord of Charenton.
Comment
Imitation of Hugh XI, count of the Marche (see link).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Reynold of Culent ND (1250-1255) coin is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of silver and copper. This was a common practice during the medieval period, as it allowed for the production of coins that were more durable and resistant to wear and tear than coins made of pure silver. The use of Billon in coinage also made it possible to produce a larger number of coins with a lower silver content, which helped to facilitate trade and commerce.
