© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Denier - Charlemagne Mantua
| Silver | 0.84 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Unified Carolingian Empire |
|---|---|
| King | Charlemagne (Karolus) (768-814) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 773-793 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (751-843) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.84 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#345511 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Rx F under a bar, mint letters in between.
Script: Latin
Lettering: C Rx E F
Unabridged legend: Rex Francorum Cenomania
Translation: ... king of the Franks; Mantua.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Charlemagne (Mantua) (773-793) from Unified Carolingian Empire made of Silver weighing 0.84 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 expansion of the Frankish Empire, which became the foundation for modern-day Europe. The coin's design likely reflects the iconography and symbolism of the Carolingian Empire, which was characterized by a blend of Christian and classical motifs. The fact that it was made of silver also speaks to the value and prestige associated with this precious metal during that time period.
