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Obol - Charles II Melle
| Silver | 0.77 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of West Francia (Carolingian Empire) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II the Bald (843-877) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 840-864 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound (840-987) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.77 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#42867 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Short cross in a beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ METVLLO
Translation: Melle.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the Carolingian Empire, which was a powerful and influential empire in Western Europe during the 8th and 9th centuries. The coin was made of silver and weighed 0.77 grams, making it a valuable and durable form of currency for the time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (840-864) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Obol - Charles II (Melle) (840-864) coin.
