Denier - Charlemagne (Angers) (768-793) front Denier - Charlemagne (Angers) (768-793) back
Denier - Charlemagne (Angers) (768-793) photo
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Denier - Charlemagne Angers

 
Silver 1.34 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Unified Carolingian Empire
King
Charlemagne (Karolus) (768-814)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
768-793
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Pound (751-843)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.34 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#345748
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Monogram with curve of dots on the right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ ANDE

Unabridged legend: ANDECAVIS

Translation: Angers.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denier - Charlemagne (Angers) coin is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in Europe. The Unified Carolingian Empire, which Charlemagne ruled, was a period of relative stability and prosperity, and the coinage issued during this time reflected the growing economic power of the empire. The use of silver in the coin's minting also speaks to the value placed on this precious metal during the time period.