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© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Denier - Charlemagne Paris mint; anchored cross
| Silver | 1.11 g | 17 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 | 1.11 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#345338 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Anchored cross topped with a crosslet and with pellets in quarters.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Charlemagne (Paris mint; anchored cross) (768-793) from Unified Carolingian Empire made of Silver weighing 1.11 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 spread of Christianity throughout Europe. The coin's design, featuring an anchored cross, symbolizes Charlemagne's strong Christian faith and his efforts to spread the religion throughout his empire.
