© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Obol - William of Flandre ND
| Billon | 0.54 g | - |
| Issuer | Viscounty of Châteaudun (French States) |
|---|---|
| Viscount | William of Flandre (1302-1317) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1302-1317 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.54 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#390700 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Castle with lion in center.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CASTR✠IDVNI
Translation: Châteaudun.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol coin is that it was used as a form of currency in the Viscounty of Châteaudun, which was a region in France during the 14th century. Despite its small weight of 0.54 grams, the coin held significant value and was widely used in trade and commerce.
