© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Charles II / Charles III Chartres
| Silver | 1.75 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of West Francia (Carolingian Empire) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II the Bald (843-877) Charles III the Simple (898-922) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 864-922 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (840-987) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.75 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#342986 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ CΛRN◊TIS CIVITΛS
Translation: City of Chartres.
Comment
There are varieties in legends.This type was immobilized until 10th century by Thibaut the Cheater, count of Blois, Chartres and Tours.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and social change in Europe. The Carolingian Empire, which was established by Charlemagne in the 8th century, was beginning to break apart during the reign of Charles II and Charles III. This coin was minted during a period of civil war and power struggles within the empire, which ultimately led to its decline and the rise of new kingdoms in Western Europe. Despite this turmoil, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, showcasing the skill of the medieval minting process.
