Denier - William ND (1255-1264) front Denier - William ND (1255-1264) back
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Denier - William ND

 
Billon 0.86 g -
Description
Issuer
Lordship of Charenton (French States)
Lord
William of Courtenay (1255-1264)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1255-1264
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.86 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#380778
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: ✠ S DE ChARANTO

Lettering (regular font): ✠ S DE CHARANTO

Translation: ... Lord of Charenton.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of King Louis IX of France, also known as Saint Louis, who was known for his military campaigns and his role in the Seventh Crusade.