© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Charles II Chateau-Landon
| Silver | 1.79 g | 20.5 mm |
| 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 | 1.79 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#279767 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ CΛSTIS NΛNDONIS
Translation: Château-Landon.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare image of Charles II as a child, with a large, round head and a short, wispy beard. This depiction is unusual for coins of the time period, as most coins featured more mature and regal images of rulers.
