Denier with annulet - Theobald II ND (1125-1152) front Denier with annulet - Theobald II ND (1125-1152) back
Denier with annulet - Theobald II ND (1125-1152) photo
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Denier with annulet - Theobald II ND

 
Silver 1.1 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Champagne and Brie (French States)
Count
Theobald II (1125-1152)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1125-1152
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.1 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#355540
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross confined with an annulet at 2nd quarter and a pellet at 3rd quarter.

Script: Latin

Lettering: + BEATVS PETRVS

Translation: St. Peter.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an annulet, which is a small ring or circle, often seen on coins of the time period. The annulet was used as a symbol of authenticity and was believed to have been added to the coin to prevent counterfeiting.