Denier - Adrian III and emperor Charles III ND
| Silver | 1.19 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Adrian III (Hadrianus III) (884-885) |
| Emperor | Charles III the Fat (880-888) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 884-885 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (772-983) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.19 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#117469 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
City monogram, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROMA
✠ CAROLVS IMP
Translation:
Rome.
Emperor Charles.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and religious upheaval in Europe. Adrian III, who was Pope from 884 to 885, was the last Pope to be crowned by the Holy Roman Emperor, Charles III. This coin was minted during their joint reign, and its production was likely overseen by the Papal States, which was the political entity that governed the territory surrounding Rome and was controlled by the Pope. Despite the turmoil of the time, this coin remains a testament to the enduring power and influence of the Catholic Church during the Middle Ages.
