© CGB
© CGB
Obol with mitre - Eustace of Levis ND
| Billon | 0.60 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Arles (French States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Eustace of Levis (1475-1489) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1476-1489 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.60 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#334919 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ DEI GRATIA ARELATRE
Translation: By the grace of God, [archibishop] of Arles.
Comment
Eustache de Lévis' archiepiscopate lasted thirteen years, from 1476 to 1489. His coinage, along with that of archbishop Nicolas Cibo (1489-1499), bears witness to the last monetary issues in Arles.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique mitre-wearing effigy of Eustace of Levis, the Archbishop of Arles, on one side, while the other side bears the coat of arms of the Archbishopric of Arles. This distinctive design was a result of the coin's minting during a time of great religious and political significance in the region.
