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Denier - Charlemagne Razes
| Silver | 1.24 g | - |
| Issuer | Unified Carolingian Empire |
|---|---|
| King | Charlemagne (Karolus) (768-814) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 771-793 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (751-843) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.24 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#345842 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with legend in quarters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: D E D S
Translation: Razes.
Comment
The legend is degenerate, it should be R E D S.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Charlemagne (Razes) coin is that it was minted during a time of significant cultural and economic change in Europe. Charlemagne, also known as Charles the Great, was a powerful king who united much of Western Europe under his rule and promoted the spread of Christianity. The coin's design features an image of Charlemagne on one side and a cross on the other, reflecting the religious and political influences of the time. Additionally, the coin's silver content and small weight made it a practical and widely-used form of currency during this period.
