Denier - Charlemagne (Saint Peter church of Trier; SPTRE) (771-793) front Denier - Charlemagne (Saint Peter church of Trier; SPTRE) (771-793) back
Denier - Charlemagne (Saint Peter church of Trier; SPTRE) (771-793) photo
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Denier - Charlemagne Saint Peter church of Trier; SPTRE

 
Silver 1.30 g 18 mm
Description
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
1.30 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#345655
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Legend under a crosslet.

Script: Latin

Lettering: S P. TRE

Unabridged legend: Sanctus Petrus Treverensis

Translation: St. Peter of Trier.

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 unifying Western Europe and was a major proponent of the Carolingian Renaissance, which saw a resurgence of art, literature, and culture during his reign.