© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Denier - Charlemagne Saint Martin abbey of Tours
| Silver | 1.24 g | 18 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 | 1.24 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#345274 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crosslet in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ SCI MARTINI
Translation: St. Martin.
Comment
There are varieties in engraving and legends.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin 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 European history and is often credited with the creation of a unified European identity. The coin's design, which includes Charlemagne's image, reflects the historical significance of his reign and the impact he had on the Carolingian Empire.
