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Denier - Charles II Bayeux
| Silver | 1.62 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of West Francia (Carolingian Empire) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II the Bald (843-877) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 864-875 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (840-987) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.62 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#340159 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ HBΛIOCΛS CIVITΛS
Translation: City of Bayeux.
Comment
There are a lot of varieties in engraving and legends.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Charles II (Bayeux) coin is that it was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in the Carolingian Empire. Charles II, also known as Charles the Bald, was the king of West Francia and this coin was minted during his reign. The coin's design features a stylized portrait of the king, and its silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure its value and authenticity. Despite being minted over 1,000 years ago, this coin remains a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (864-875) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denier - Charles II (Bayeux) (864-875) coin.
