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Denier - Charles II / Charles III Rennes
| Silver | 1.14 g | 23 mm |
| 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 | 1.14 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#5803 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding a circle with a cross inside.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ HRED◊NIS CIVITΛS
Translation: City of Rennes.
Comment
There are varieties in engraving and legends.This type is immobilized until 11th century by dukes of Brittany (PA #VIII/1;3-4;7).
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 encompassed much of Western Europe, was in the process of breaking apart, and the Kingdom of West Francia, where this coin was minted, was one of the smaller kingdoms that emerged from the empire's dissolution. Despite this turmoil, the coin still bears the image of Charles II and Charles III, indicating that they were still recognized as the ruling monarchs of the kingdom. This coin serves as a tangible reminder of the complex political landscape of 10th-century Europe.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (864-922) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denier - Charles II / Charles III (Rennes) (864-922) coin.
