© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - William II ND
| Billon | 1.05 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Châlons (French States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | William II (1215-1226) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1215-1226 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.05 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#381882 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with two pellets in opposite angles.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ CATALANI CIVI
Lettering (regular font): ✠ CATALANI CIVI
Translation: City of Chalons.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of William II, who was also known as William the Good. He was the Count of Champagne and King of Navarre, and his rule saw the establishment of the University of Paris and the construction of several notable buildings, including the Cathedral of Notre-Dame de Paris.