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Obole - Arnould II ND
| Billon | 0.54 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Abbey of Saint-Bertin (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Arnulf II (965-987) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 965-987 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.54 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#368793 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross cantoned with C on 1, R on 2, V on 4 and X on 3.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CRVX
RALVD
Comment
Arnould II was the first Count of Flanders to mint coins in his own name. Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obole coin is that it was used as a form of currency during a time when the French States were undergoing significant political and economic changes. The coin was issued during the reign of Arnould II, who was the abbot of the Abbey of Saint-Bertin from 965 to 987. This period saw the rise of feudalism and the growth of trade and commerce in Europe, which made coins like the Obole an important tool for facilitating economic transactions. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the Obole played a significant role in the economy of the time and is now a valuable collector's item for numismatists.