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Obole Parisis - Charles IV ND
1322 year| Billon (.299 silver) | 0.561 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IV (1322-1328) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1322 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480 LP) |
| Currency | Pound Parisis (987-1667) |
| Composition | Billon (.299 silver) |
| Weight | 0.561 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#412544 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Latin cross fleur-de-lys, cross-crossed cutting the legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + MONET | A.NOVA
Comment
There are two different issues:
the 2nd issue is characterised by the presence of two annulets above the crown and ♦ in punctuation on the reverse.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obole Parisis - Charles IV ND (1322) coin from France is that it was minted during the reign of King Charles IV, who was known for his efforts to stabilize the French economy and currency. This coin, made of Billon with a small amount of silver, was a common circulating coin during that time and was used for everyday transactions. Despite its small size and relatively low value, it is still a valuable piece of history for collectors and numismatists today.
