© Artemide Aste
© Artemide Aste
Denier - Berengar II and Adalbert Pavia
| Silver | 1.34 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Italy (Carolingian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Berengar II (950-961) Adalbert (950-961) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 950-961 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (781-1024) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.34 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#346471 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mint name in two lines, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+ ABERTVS RX
PA
PIA
Translation:
King Adalbert.
Pavia.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the first known use of a portrait of a ruler on a coin, with the image of Berengar II on the obverse (front side). This was a significant departure from the traditional practice of featuring symbols or abstract designs on coins and marked a new era in coinage design.
