© Museo Nazionale Romano
© Museo Nazionale Romano
Denier - Benedict III and emperor Louis II ND
| Silver | 1.14 g | 23.17 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Benedict III (Benedictus III) (855-858) |
| Emperor | Louis II (850-875) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 855-858 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (772-983) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.14 g |
| Diameter | 23.17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#117463 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Monogram in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PIVS
* LVDOVVICVS MP
Translation: Emperor Louis the Pious.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of religious and political leaders. The coin was issued during the papacy of Benedict III and the reign of Emperor Louis II, who was also known as Louis the Younger. This coin highlights the close relationship between the Papal States and the Holy Roman Empire during this time period.
