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Obole - Philippe IV ND
| Billon (.217 silver) | 0.168 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Philip III (Philippe III) (1270-1285) Philip IV (Philippe IV) (1285-1314) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1280-1290 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.217 silver) |
| Weight | 0.168 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#13365 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Châtel tournaments topped with a cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TVRONVS CIVIS
Translation: City of Tours.
Interesting fact
The Obole coin was used in France during the reign of Philippe IV (1280-1290) and was made of Billon, an alloy of silver and other metals. Despite being made of a relatively low-value material, the Obole was an important coin in its time and was used for everyday transactions. In fact, it was one of the most widely used coins in France during the Middle Ages.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1280-1290) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Obole - Philippe IV ND (1280-1290) coin.
