© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Denier - Charlemagne Paris
| Silver | 1.04 g | 18 mm |
| 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 | 1.04 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#345503 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in two lines under a bar.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRI
SVS
Translation: Paris.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Charlemagne (Paris) (768-793) from Unified Carolingian Empire made of Silver weighing 1.04 g is that it was minted during the reign of Charlemagne, who was a powerful and influential leader in European history. Charlemagne 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 the royal authorities, and it would have been used in everyday transactions throughout the empire. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the coin is a fascinating piece of history that provides insight into the economic and cultural practices of the time.
