© CGB
© CGB
Obol - Louis I Rouen
| Silver | 0.70 g | 16.5 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 | 0.70 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#343602 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in two lines.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROTV
MAGVS
Translation: Rouen.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the Unified Carolingian Empire, which was a short-lived empire that existed from 818 to 823 AD. The empire was formed by the union of the Carolingian Empire and the Byzantine Empire, and the Obol coin was used as a standard form of currency throughout the empire. Despite its short existence, the Unified Carolingian Empire played a significant role in shaping the political and economic landscape of Europe during the early Middle Ages.
