© Quiquengrogne
© Quiquengrogne
White Denier with crown - Joan of Naples and Louis of Tarante ND
| Billon | 2.03 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | County of Provence (French States) |
|---|---|
| Countess | Joanna I of Naples (1343-1382) |
| Count | Louis of Tarento (1352-1362) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1347-1362 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2.03 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#335547 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Long cross cutting legend with lilies in quarters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COME COMTS° PVICE
Unabridged legend: Comes et comitissa Provinciae
Translation: Count and countess of Provence.
Comment
Minted in Saint Remy de Provence.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - the crown on the obverse (front) side of the coin, which is not typically found on coins of this denomination. The crown is believed to symbolize the authority and power of the ruling monarch, Joan of Naples and Louis of Tarante, who were the Counts of Provence during the time the coin was minted (1347-1362). This design element sets the coin apart from other coins of the same era and makes it a notable piece in the history of numismatics.
