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© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Denier - Charlemagne Dax
| Silver | 1.53 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Unified Carolingian Empire |
|---|---|
| King | Charlemagne (Karolus) (768-814) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 793-812 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (751-843) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.53 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#343871 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Monogram in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ CI AQVIS
Translation: City of Dax.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Charlemagne (Dax) (793-812) from Unified Carolingian Empire made of Silver weighing 1.53 g is that it was minted during the reign of Charlemagne, also known as Charles the Great, who was the King of the Franks and the first Holy Roman Emperor. Charlemagne was a powerful and influential leader who played a significant role in shaping European history, and his image appears on many coins from this period. The coin's design, which features Charlemagne's profile, symbolizes his authority and influence during this time.
