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Denier - Charlemagne Le Mans
| Silver | 1.22 g | - |
| 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 | 1.22 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#345840 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend around a crosslet.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CINOINM
Unabridged legend: Cenomani
Translation: Le Mans.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Charlemagne (Le Mans) (768-793) from Unified Carolingian Empire made of Silver weighing 1.22 g is that it was minted during the reign of Charlemagne, who was a powerful and influential leader in European history. He was responsible for the Carolingian Renaissance, which saw a revival of art, literature, and culture, and he also played a significant role in the development of the European monetary system. The coin's design and minting process would have been overseen by Charlemagne himself, making it a unique piece of history.
