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Obol - Louis I Bourges
| Silver | 0.58 g | 14.7 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Aquitaine (Carolingian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Louis I (781-814) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 781-814 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound (781-987) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.58 g |
| Diameter | 14.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#339576 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crossin a beaded circle, reversed legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AQVI+TANIA
Translation: Aquitaine.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the Carolingian Renaissance, a period of cultural and intellectual revival during the reign of Charlemagne and his successors. The coin features an image of Louis I, also known as Louis the Pious, who was the King of the Franks and Holy Roman Emperor from 813 to 840. The coin's design and the fact that it was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, reflect the importance of trade and commerce during this time period.