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Obole - Philippe Ier Senlis ND
Silver | 0.44 g | 19.5 mm |
Issuer | France |
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King | Philip I (Philippe Ier) (1060-1108) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1060-1108 |
Value | 1 Obol (½) |
Currency | Denier |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 0.44 g |
Diameter | 19.5 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#414913 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Degenerate Carolinian monogram.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ CIVITΛS SILNECTIS
Unabridged legend: Civitas Silvanectis
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Obole - Philippe Ier (Senlis) ND (1060-1108) from France made of Silver weighing 0.44 g is that it was minted during the reign of King Philip I of France, who ruled from 1060 to 1108. This coin was a significant improvement over the previous coinage system, which had been in place since the time of Charlemagne. The Obole was a new denomination introduced by Philip I, and it was designed to be a more practical coin for everyday transactions. It was made of silver and had a standardized weight and purity, which made it more reliable and trustworthy for merchants and traders. This coin played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce during Philip I's reign and helped to establish France as a major economic power in Europe.