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Denier - Charlemagne Toulouse
| Silver | 1.40 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Unified Carolingian Empire |
|---|---|
| King | Charlemagne (Karolus) (768-814) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 793-812 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (751-843) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.40 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#330578 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Monogram KRLS.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ TOLVSΛ
Translation: Toulouse.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Charlemagne (Toulouse) (793-812) from Unified Carolingian Empire made of Silver weighing 1.40 g 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 key figure in the Carolingian Renaissance, which saw a resurgence of art, literature, and culture during his reign.
