PCGS has graded one as XF45 with none finer. Provins, France. Denier of Henry I (1152-1180). Obverse: + RICDVMS CATO. Champagne comb surmounted by a cross with two ringlets. Reverse: + SEEI: OEMIS CIVI. Cross confined with two bezants, an alpha and an omega, suspended from the arms of the cross. Poey d'Avant 5975; Boudeau 1760; per PCGS, PA-5972.
As evidence of its growing significance, by the 9th century Provins was striking its own coins: the “denier provinois.” Charlemagne had sent his missi dominici to the town. Provins was under the protection of the Counts of Champagne, and hosted one of the largest Champagne fairs in Medieval Europe.
Product ID | 555467 |
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Year | 1152-1180 |
Mint Mark | |
Strike | MS |
Grade | XF-45 |
Variety | - |
Grading Agency | PCGS |
Specification properties | No |
Serial | 48128044 |
Status | Active |
Designation | - |
Additional Info | - |
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