Obol - Louis II (Maastricht) (877-879) front Obol - Louis II (Maastricht) (877-879) back
Obol - Louis II (Maastricht) (877-879) photo
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Obol - Louis II Maastricht

 
Silver 0.73 g -
Description
Issuer
Lotharingia (Carolingian States)
King
Louis the Stammerer (877-879)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
877-879
Value
1 Obol (1⁄480)
Currency
Pound (855-959)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.73 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#341832
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Short cross within inner beaded circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ IN VICO TRIECTO

Translation: From the town of Maastricht.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Obol coin is that it was used as a form of currency during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Carolingian States, which issued the coin, were a powerful and influential empire that spanned much of Western Europe during the 8th and 9th centuries. The Obol coin was likely used in everyday transactions and could have been used to purchase goods such as food, clothing, and other necessities. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the Obol coin played an important role in the economy of the time and is now a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians.