© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Denier - Robert III ND
| Billon | 0.70 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Mehun-sur-Yèvre (French States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Robert III (1298-1315) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1298-1315 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.70 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#198236 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Stylised castle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 🏰 DՈI · DE · MAGDVՈO
Translation: ... lord of Mehun.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in France. The reign of Robert III (1298-1315) saw the introduction of a new currency system, the "livre tournois," which replaced the traditional denier as the standard unit of account. This coin, minted in the Lordship of Mehun-sur-Yèvre, was likely used in everyday transactions during this time of transition.