© M. Fréd. Alvin, 1893
© M. Fréd. Alvin, 1893
Obol - Ermesinde ND
| Billon | 0.36 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) |
|---|---|
| Countess | Ermesinde (1197-1247) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1239-1247 |
| Value | Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Livre Tournois (963-1353) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.36 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#96001 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crest with lion surrounded by legend and pearls.
Lettering: HA N RI
Translation: Henri
Comment
Unique piece, a single copy officially listed and preserved to date in the cabinet of medals of Brussels, Belgium. The coin was struck under Ermesinde, between 1241 and 1247 in the workshop of Luxembourg-city. An obol was the half of the .No weight variations or legend since the piece is unique and no other copy has been found so far.
Source:
- The illustrations on this sheet come from the article N. M. Fréd. Alvin, published in 1893 in the RBN, vol. XLIX, p. 470
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol - Ermesinde ND (1239-1247) coin from County of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) is that it was minted during the reign of Countess Ermesinde, who was the first female ruler of Luxembourg and played a significant role in the county's history. Despite being made of Billon, a relatively inexpensive metal alloy, the coin still holds significant numismatic value due to its age, rarity, and historical significance.