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Denier - Charlemagne new coinage of Melle
| Silver | 1.70 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 | 1.70 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#343902 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ EX METALLO NOVO
Translation: New coinage.
Comment
This type could have been struck after melting coins of the previous period, according to some experts.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Charlemagne (new coinage of Melle) (793-812) from Unified Carolingian Empire made of Silver weighing 1.70 g is that it features an image of Charlemagne, also known as Charles the Great, who was the King of the Franks and the first Holy Roman Emperor. He played a significant role in unifying Western Europe and was a powerful leader during his reign. The coin's design was inspired by the Roman Empire's coinage and features Charlemagne's name and title in Latin. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists and historians.
