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Obol with crown - Charles II ND
| Billon | 0.33 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | County of Provence (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Charles II of Naples (1285-1309) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1285-1309 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.33 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#359639 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ ⵓ COM ⵓ PVINCI
Lettering (regular font): ✠ ⵓ COM ⵓ PVINCI
Translation: ... Count of Provence.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in France, specifically during the reign of Charles II (also known as Charles the Bald) who ruled from 1285 to 1309. This was a period of political instability and conflict, including the ongoing struggle for power between the king and the nobility, as well as the influence of foreign powers such as England and Aragon. Despite these challenges, the Obol coin remained a widely used denomination in the County of Provence and other French States, reflecting the importance of trade and commerce during this time.
