© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Obole - Philippe Ier Etampes ; porte AR ND
| Silver | 0.52 g | - |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Philip I (Philippe Ier) (1060-1108) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1060-1108 |
| Value | 1 Obol (½) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.52 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#413831 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross cantoned with two S's.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CASTELLVM STAMPIS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obole coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Philippe Ier of France, who ruled from 1060 to 1108. The coin features an image of the king on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the royal power and the influence of Christianity during that time. Additionally, the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal in currency during the medieval period.
