Obol - Carlus II ND (870-890) front Obol - Carlus II ND (870-890) back
Obol - Carlus II ND (870-890) photo
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Obol - Carlus II ND

 
Silver 0.65 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Barcelona (Spanish States)
King
Charles II the Bald (840-877)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
870-890
Value
1 Obol (½)
Currency
Dinero
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.65 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#192742
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Monogram. Legend around, between solid circles.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ BΛRCINONΛ

Translation: Barcelona

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Obol coin is that it was used as a form of currency in the County of Barcelona during the reign of Charles II (870-890), and it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time.