© Museo Nazionale Romano
© Museo Nazionale Romano
Denier - Agapetus II ND
| Silver | 0.92 g | 23.95 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Agapetus II (946-955) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 954-955 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (772-983) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.92 g |
| Diameter | 23.95 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#347529 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
City monogram in a square, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROMA
✠ SCS PETRVS
Translation:
Rome.
Saint Peter.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Agapetus II denier coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Papal States. The coin was minted in 954-955, during the reign of Pope Agapetus II, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and assert its independence from secular powers. Despite these efforts, the Papal States faced numerous challenges during this period, including invasions by foreign powers and internal conflicts. The coin's silver content and intricate design make it a valuable collector's item today, but its history is also a reminder of the complex and often tumultuous history of the Papal States during the Middle Ages.
