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Denier - Charlemagne Tournai
| Silver | 1.09 g | - |
| 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 | 1.09 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#345824 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in three lines separated by bars.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TOR
+NA+
CO
Translation: Tournai.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Charlemagne (Tournai) coin is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in Europe. The Unified Carolingian Empire, which Charlemagne ruled, was a period of relative stability and prosperity, and the coinage issued during this time reflects the growth and development of trade and commerce in the region. The use of silver in the coin's minting also speaks to the value placed on this precious metal during this period, and how it was used as a symbol of wealth and power.
