© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Obol - Hugh Aimeri ND
| Billon | 0.69 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Saint-Paul-Trois-Chateaux (French States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Hugh Aimery (1328-1348) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1328-1348 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.69 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#386388 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with flower in one angle.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ ⁑ TRICASTINVS ⁑
Lettering (regular font): ✠ ⁑ TRICASTINVS ⁑
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol coin is that it was used as a form of currency in the Bishopric of Saint-Paul-Trois-Chateaux during the 14th century, specifically during the reign of Hugh Aimeri from 1328 to 1348. Despite being made of a relatively low-value material, billon, the coin was still widely accepted and used in trade and commerce within the region. This highlights the importance of currency in facilitating economic activity, even in times of economic hardship.
