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Obole - Charles I d'Anjou - Comte de Provence ND
| Billon | 0.3 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I of Anjou (1266-1282) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1278-1285 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Tari (1060-1754) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.3 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#150855 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
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Cross
Script: Latin
Lettering: + IERL · ET · SICIL ·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Charles I d'Anjou, who was also known as Charles the Lame, and was a member of the House of Anjou, a powerful royal family in medieval Europe. Despite his physical disability, Charles I d'Anjou was known for his military prowess and political acumen, and he played a significant role in the history of the Kingdom of Sicily and the Italian States during his time.