© Charles Travaillant
© Charles Travaillant
Double Denier - John II ND
| Billon | 0.8 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | County of Auxerre (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | John II of Chalon-Auxerre (1304-1362) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1340-1348 |
| Value | 2 Deniers (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Livre tournois |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#158770 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Latin cross pattée intersecting the legend; two ringlets approaching the foot of the cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ MONeTA ORIALET
Translation: Coinage of Orgelet.
Comment
This double denier copies those of Philip VI (see link). John II of Chalon-Auxerre illegally minted coins in Orgelet, which led to him being excommunicated by the Archbishop of Besançon.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Denier coin from County of Auxerre is that it was minted during the reign of John II of France, who was known for his efforts to stabilize the French economy and currency during a time of great economic turmoil. Despite being made of billon, a relatively low-value metal, the coin was still widely accepted and used in trade throughout the French States. This speaks to the trust and confidence that people had in the French monetary system during this time period.