© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Charles II Estinnes
| Silver | 1.64 g | - |
| 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 | 1.64 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#342749 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ LEPTINΛS FISCO
Translation: Fisc of Estinnes.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Europe. The Carolingian Empire, which Charles II ruled, was in the process of decentralizing and breaking apart, leading to the formation of smaller kingdoms and territories. Despite this instability, the coinage of the period remained consistent, with the Denier being a widely used denomination throughout the empire. This coin, in particular, was minted in Lotharingia, a region that is now part of modern-day France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Its silver content and relatively small weight made it a practical and accessible form of currency for everyday transactions.
