Denier - Charlemagne (Ramerupt) (768-793) front Denier - Charlemagne (Ramerupt) (768-793) back
Denier - Charlemagne (Ramerupt) (768-793) photo
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Denier - Charlemagne Ramerupt

 
Silver 1.07 g -
Description
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
1.07 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#345834
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Legend in two lines separated with a line.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REMEI
R◊DO

Translation: Ramerupt.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Charlemagne (Ramerupt) (768-793) from Unified Carolingian Empire made of Silver weighing 1.07 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 economy and political system. The coin's design and minting process would have been overseen by Charlemagne himself, making it a unique piece of history that reflects the economic and cultural achievements of his reign.