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Obol - Lothair II Bourges
| Silver | 0.64 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of West Francia (Carolingian Empire) |
|---|---|
| King | Lothair (954-986) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 954-986 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound (840-987) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.64 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#330438 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in two lines separated by a line of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BITV/RICE
Unabridged legend: BITURICES CIVITAS
Translation: City of Bourges.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the Carolingian Empire, which was a powerful and influential empire in Western Europe during the 8th and 9th centuries. The coin was made of silver and weighed 0.64 grams, making it a valuable and reliable form of currency for transactions and trade.
