© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Charles II Compiegne
| Silver | 1.72 g | 19.5 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 | 1.72 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#317639 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross in a circle of dots, legend around (NP and ND are tied).
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ CONPENDIO PΛLΛCIO
Translation: Palace of Compiègne.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare image of Charles II as a young man, before he became known as "Charles the Bald." Most depictions of Charles II show him as an older man with a balding head, but this coin captures him in his youth, with a full head of hair. This makes it a unique and valuable piece for collectors and historians interested in the Carolingian Empire.
