Obol - Charles III ND (1290-1325) front Obol - Charles III ND (1290-1325) back
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Obol - Charles III ND

 
Billon 0.48 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Anjou (French States)
Count
Charles III (1290-1325)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1290-1325
Value
1 Obol (1⁄480)
Currency
Livre
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.48 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#359897
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Key between two lilies.

Script: Latin

Lettering: + ANDEGAVENSIS.

Translation: ... of Anjou.

Interesting fact

The Obol coin from County of Anjou (French States) made of Billon weighing 0.48 g during Charles III ND (1290-1325) circulation is interesting because it was used as a form of currency during a time when France was still a feudal society, and the Count of Anjou was one of the most powerful nobles in the country. This coin represents a small part of the economic and social changes that were taking place in France during this time period.