© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Obol - Henry I Paris mint; ωA ND
| Silver | 0.47 g | - |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry I (Henri Ier) (1031-1060) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1031-1060 |
| Value | 1 Obol (½) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.47 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#361573 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAISIVS CIVITAS
Translation: City of Paris.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol coin is that it was used as a form of currency in medieval France during the reign of King Henry I. The coin was made of silver and weighed 0.47 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the Obol was widely used for everyday transactions and was an important part of the medieval French economy.
