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Obol - Louis I Melle mint; crosses
| Silver | 0.81 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Unified Carolingian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Louis the Pious (Hludovicus) (814-840) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 818-823 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound (751-843) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.81 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#339185 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ METΛLLVM
Translation: Melle.
Comment
Grierson hypothesizes that these two-cross types, known only from the workshops of Melle and Toulouse, are errors in the second monetary type of Louis the Pious (period 818-823).
Interesting fact
The Obol coin is quite interesting! One fascinating fact about it is that it was used as a form of currency during the Unified Carolingian Empire, which was a short-lived but significant historical period. The empire was formed when Louis the Pious, the son of Charlemagne, reunited the Frankish Empire and brought it back to its former glory. The Obol coin was one of the standard circulation coins used during this time, and it's remarkable that it has survived to this day, providing us with a glimpse into the economic and monetary systems of the past.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (818-823) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Obol - Louis I (Melle mint; crosses) (818-823) coin.
