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Denier - Charlemagne Saint Peter church of Trier; SPTRE
Silver | 1.30 g | 18 mm |
Issuer | Unified Carolingian Empire |
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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 |
Numista | N#345655 |
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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.