© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Denier - Charlemagne Rennes mint; CAROLVS/REDONIS
| Silver | 1.18 g | 19 mm |
| 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 | 1.18 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#345494 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in two lines separated by a line.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REDO
NIS
Unabridged legend: REDONIS
Translation: Rennes.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an early depiction of Charlemagne, who was a powerful king and emperor during the Carolingian Renaissance, a period of cultural and intellectual revival in Europe. The coin's design shows Charlemagne with a long beard and a crown, symbolizing his authority and power. The coin's minting in Rennes, France, also highlights the importance of this city as a center of trade and commerce during the Carolingian Empire.
