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Denier - Charles II Beaune
| Silver | 1.36 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 | 1.36 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#343028 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ BELIIΛ CΛSTRO
Translation: Castle of Beaune.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Charles II (Beaune) (864-875) coin is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Carolingian Empire. The coinage reform of 864, which introduced this coin, was part of a larger effort by Charles II to centralize power and stabilize the economy after a period of civil war and instability. The use of silver in the coin's minting was a departure from the previous bronze coinage and reflected the empire's growing wealth and influence.
