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Obol - Pepin II AQVITANIA
| Silver | 0.62 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Aquitaine (Carolingian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Pepin II (845-848) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 845-848 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound (781-987) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.62 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#185977 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend in two lines.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AQVI
TANIA
Translation: Aquitaine.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol coin of Pepin II (AQVITANIA) is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in the Carolingian Empire. Pepin II, also known as Pepin the Bald, was the son of Charles the Bald and became King of Aquitaine in 845. During his reign, he faced challenges from Viking raids and struggled to maintain control over his territories. Despite these challenges, the Obol coin remained a widely used denomination in the kingdom, indicating the importance of trade and commerce during this period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (845-848) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Obol - Pepin II (AQVITANIA) (845-848) coin.
