Denier - Charlemagne (Quentovic) (793-812) front Denier - Charlemagne (Quentovic) (793-812) back
Denier - Charlemagne (Quentovic) (793-812) photo
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Denier - Charlemagne Quentovic

 
Silver 1.50 g -
Description
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
1.50 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#339567
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross with two points at each extremities.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ QVANTOVVICO

Translation: Quentovic.

Comment

There are varieties in legends. This type was immobilized until 10th century.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Charlemagne (Quentovic) (793-812) from Unified Carolingian Empire made of Silver weighing 1.50 g is that it features an image of Charlemagne, also known as Charles the Great, who was the King of the Franks and Holy Roman Emperor. He played a significant role in unifying Western Europe and was a key figure in the Carolingian Renaissance, which saw a resurgence of art, literature, and culture during his reign.