© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Charles II Laon mint; temple
| Silver | 1.74 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of West Francia (Carolingian Empire) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II the Bald (843-877) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 840-864 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (840-987) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.74 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#343379 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Temple with four columns around a crosslet, above a cross and topped with a crosslet, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ LVGDVNI CLΛVΛTI
Translation: Laon.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Charles II, also known as Charles the Bald, who was the King of West Francia from 843 to 877. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to unify the Frankish territories. The coin's design, which includes a temple on the reverse side, may reflect the influence of the Carolingian Renaissance, a period of cultural and intellectual revival that took place during Charles' reign.
