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© CGB
Denier - Richard I Type 1 ND
| Billon | 0.85 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Aquitaine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Richard I (1172-1199) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1169-1189 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.85 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#56743 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Cross pattée.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ AGVITANIE
Translation: ... of Aquitaine.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Richard I (Type 1) ND (1169-1189) from Duchy of Aquitaine (French States) made of Billon weighing 0.85 g is that it features a unique design, with a crowned bust of Richard I on the obverse and a cross fleury on the reverse. This design was used during Richard's reign as Duke of Aquitaine, before he became King of England. The coin's small weight and billon composition also reflect the economic and monetary policies of the time, which were aimed at promoting trade and commerce in the region.
