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Denier - Agilbertus
| Silver | 1.14 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Paris (Frankish Kingdoms) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Agilbert (666-680) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 673-675 |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.14 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#382888 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Anchored cross, arms with pendants at the ends; grenetis between rings at 3, 6 and 9 o'clock and a crosslet at noon.
Script: Latin
Lettering: Λ
Unabridged legend: Agilbertus
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Agilbertus (673-675) coin from the Bishopric of Paris (Frankish Kingdoms) is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. On one side, the coin bears the image of Agilbertus, the Bishop of Paris, while the other side features a depiction of a pagan deity, possibly Jupiter or Mars. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious shifts that were taking place during the Frankish Kingdoms period.