© Chaponnière et Firmenich SA
© Chaponnière et Firmenich SA
Obol - Louis XI OBOLVS CIVIS; with polylobes ND
1461 year| Billon (.059 silver) | 0.34 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XI (1461-1483) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1461 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.059 silver) |
| Weight | 0.34 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#418531 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in quatrefoil.
Script: Latin
Lettering: OBOLVS CIVIS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol - Louis XI coin is that it features a unique design element known as "polylobes," which are small, irregularly-shaped blobs that can be seen on the coin's surface. These polylobes were a result of the minting process and were not intentionally added to the design. Despite their irregular appearance, the polylobes have become a distinctive feature of this coin and have contributed to its popularity among collectors.
