Denier - Charles II (Condé-sur-l'Escaut) (869-875) front Denier - Charles II (Condé-sur-l'Escaut) (869-875) back
Denier - Charles II (Condé-sur-l'Escaut) (869-875) photo
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica

Denier - Charles II Condé-sur-l'Escaut

 
Silver 1.78 g -
Description
Issuer
Lotharingia (Carolingian States)
King
Charles II the Bald (869-870)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
869-875
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Pound (855-959)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.78 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#342830
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross in a beaded circle, legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ CONDΛTO MONETΛ

Translation: Coinage of Condé.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles II, also known as Charles the Bald, who was the King of West Francia and the Holy Roman Emperor. Despite his powerful positions, Charles II faced numerous challenges during his reign, including Viking raids, internal power struggles, and territorial disputes with neighboring kingdoms. Despite these challenges, he was able to maintain stability and continuity in the Carolingian States, and his coinage, such as this denier, remains an important part of numismatic history.