© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Obol - Charles II Quentovic
| Silver | 0.86 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of West Francia (Carolingian Empire) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II the Bald (843-877) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 864-875 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound (840-987) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.86 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#346361 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with pellets in second and third quarters in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ QVENTOVICI
Translation: Quentovic.
Comment
This type is immobilized until 10th century.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol coin of Charles II (Quentovic) is that it was part of a currency reform implemented by Charles II in 864, which introduced a new system of weights and measures based on the Carolingian monetary system, which was used throughout the Carolingian Empire. This coin was minted in several mints across the empire and was widely used for trade and commerce during that time.
