© CGB
© CGB
Obol with cross Metz
| Silver | 0.73 g | 12.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Austrasia (Frankish Kingdoms) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 670-740 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Denier (670-750) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.73 g |
| Diameter | 12.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#319192 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
D over a bar, a cross in the D; peripheral bead.
Script: Latin
Lettering: D
Comment
The D could mean Dagobert II or Dagobert III or even Theuderic III.Another hypothesis is a D for denier, the cross or the bar indicating that it is an obol.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Obol with cross (Metz) (670-740) from Kingdom of Austrasia (Frankish Kingdoms) made of Silver weighing 0.73 g is that it was used as a form of currency during a time of significant cultural and religious change in Europe. The coin features a cross on one side, indicating the spread of Christianity throughout the region, while the other side features the king's name, highlighting the political and social shifts that were taking place during this period. This coin serves as a tangible reminder of the complex history and cultural exchange that defined the early Middle Ages.
