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Obol - Wilbrand of Oldenburg Deventer ND
| Billon | 0.28 g |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Utrecht (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Wilbrand of Oldenburg (Wilbrand van Oldenburg) (1227-1233) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1227-1233 |
| Value | 1 Obol = ½ Penny = 1⁄16 Groat |
| Currency | Groot (1024-1528) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.28 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#180341 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Short cross with lettering in the 4 quarters.
Script: Latin
Translation: P-A-X- + (DAVENT)RIA
Comment
This coin has no date but was minted in name of Bishop Wilbrand of Oldenburg (1180-1233)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol coin is that it was used as a form of currency in the Bishopric of Utrecht, a region in the Netherlands, during the 13th century. Despite its small weight of 0.28 grams, it was widely accepted as a means of exchange and played an important role in the local economy.
