© CGB
© CGB
Denier - Berengar I third coinage, as king; Milan
| Silver | 1.71 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Italy (Carolingian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Berengar I (888-889,898-900,902-922) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 901-915 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (781-1024) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.71 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#346440 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mint name in three lines, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+ XPIITIΛNΛ REIICIO
MEDI
C
OLΛ
Translation:
Christian religion.
Milan.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Berengar I, who was the King of Italy from 901 to 915 and was a member of the Carolingian dynasty. Despite being a standard circulation coin, it was made of silver, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time. This suggests that the coin was intended to be used for high-value transactions or as a symbol of wealth and power. Additionally, the fact that it was issued during the Carolingian period, which was a time of significant cultural and political change in Europe, makes it a unique and interesting piece of history.
