© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Denier - Charlemagne Beziers
| Silver | 1.16 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Unified Carolingian Empire |
|---|---|
| King | Charlemagne (Karolus) (768-814) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 771-793 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (751-843) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.16 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#345682 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with legend in quarters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BE TE R RIS
Translation: Beziers.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Charlemagne (Beziers) (771-793) 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 introduction of a standardized coinage system helped to facilitate trade and commerce across the empire. The use of silver in the coin's production also speaks to the value placed on this precious metal during this time period.
