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Denier - William III of Chauvigny ND
| Billon | 0.81 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Lordship of Déols (French States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | William III of Chauvigny (1270-1322) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1270-1322 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.81 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#364779 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Arms of Chauvigny in the open field (five spindles under the four pendants of a label).
Script: Latin
Lettering: + CASTRI RADVL’FI.
Translation: Châteauroux.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in France, specifically during the reign of William III of Chauvigny, who ruled the Lordship of Déols from 1270 to 1322. Despite the political instability of the time, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and design, showcasing the skill of the medieval minting process.