© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Obol - William II ND
| Silver | 0.35 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Langres (French States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | William II (Guillaume II) (1210-1219) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1210-1219 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.35 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#381239 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ LInGONEnSIS
Lettering (regular font): ✠ LINGONENSIS
Translation: ... of Langres.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol coin from the Bishopric of Langres is that it features a unique design element - a small cross pattée (a cross with arms that are narrow at the center and broader at the ends) on the reverse side, which was a distinctive symbol of the Bishopric of Langres. This design element was used to signify the coin's origin and to differentiate it from other coins in circulation.