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Denier - Benedict IV and emperor Louis III bust ND
| Silver | 1.05 g | - |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Benedict IV (Benedictus IV) (900-903) |
| Emperor | Louis III the Blind (901-904) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 901-903 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (772-983) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.05 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#347199 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Open hand, R O at sides, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RO
✠ LVVDOICVS MP
Unabridged legend:
ROMA
LUDOVICUS IMPERATOR
Translation:
Rome.
Emperor Louis.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of religious and political leaders. The coin bears the image of Pope Benedict IV on one side and Emperor Louis III on the other, highlighting the complex relationship between the Papal States and the Holy Roman Empire during this time period.
