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Guy I count of Ponthieu AR denier

450,00 

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SKU: PA.6695v / B.1925v Categories: ,
N° Numismeo : #38486Référence : PA.6695v / B.1925vPersonnage : Guy Ier de Ponthieu (1053 - 1100)
Weight

1,05

Diameter

20,5

Metal

Silver

Condition

Very Fine

Mint Year

1053-1100

Region

Picardie

Obverse legend

✠ VVIDO COmES

Reverse legend

✠ AVILVSICI

Reverse legend variety Guy I of Ponthieu (c. 1030-1100) was the Count of Ponthieu, a region in Picardy, northern France. He is known for capturing Harold Godwinson, the future King of England, in 1053 after Harold was shipwrecked on his lands, before handing him over to William the Conqueror. His role in this event is depicted in the famous Bayeux Tapestry.
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