© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Obol - Louis I Narbonne
| Silver | 0.79 g | - |
| 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 | 0.79 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#343646 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in two lines.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NAR
BONA
Translation: Narbonne.
Comment
There are varieties in engraving and legends.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol - Louis I (Narbonne) (818-823) coin is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in Europe. The Unified Carolingian Empire, which was established by Charlemagne in 800 AD, was in the process of dissolving, and the coinage system was transitioning from a centralized to a decentralized model. As a result, coins like the Obol - Louis I (Narbonne) were minted in various regions of the empire, leading to a diverse range of designs and variations. This coin, in particular, was minted in Narbonne, a city in southern France, and its design reflects the influence of the Carolingian dynasty, which was known for its use of Christian imagery and symbolism.
