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Denier type au rateau à quatre dents sur flan vierge ND
| Copper | 0.6 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | City of Bonifacio (French States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic of Genoa (1282-1453) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1282-1453 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.6 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cut |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#391687 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Medieval cross through a circle of grenetis.
Comment
The Republic of Genoa, which occupied Bonifacio in 1195 and established a Ligurian community there to make it a strategic and commercial center, allowed the town to mint its own coinage by overprinting Genoese quartari (quarter denari) or using blank sides.
Weight between 0.4g and 0.8g.
Its general appearance is similar to that of the large B type, same size, same octagonal shape, same metal, small square of metal cut with shears.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Louis IX of France, also known as Saint Louis, who was known for his devotion to religion and his efforts to reform the French monetary system.
