© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Obol - Louis IV Langres
| Silver | 0.42 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of West Francia (Carolingian Empire) |
|---|---|
| King | Louis IV (936-954) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 936-954 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound (840-987) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.42 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#340805 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ LINCONIS CVTS
Unabridged legend: LINGONIS CIVITAS
Translation: City of Langres.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the Carolingian Empire, which was a powerful and influential empire in Western Europe during the 8th and 9th centuries. The coin was made of silver and weighed 0.42 grams, making it a valuable and durable form of currency for its time.
