© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Obol - Pepin II Toulouse
| Silver | 0.65 g | - |
| 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 | 0.65 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#346261 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Monogram, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ TOLOSA CIVI
Unabridged legend: TOLOSA CIVITAS
Translation: City of Toulouse.
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 included the Kingdom of Aquitaine, were going through a period of decentralization and the rise of feudalism, which led to the emergence of new forms of currency and trade. The Obol coin, made of silver and weighing 0.65g, was likely used for everyday transactions and reflects the economic and monetary systems of the time.
