© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Charles II Melle
| Silver | 1.49 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 | 1.49 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#343366 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend in two lines separated by a pellet.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
META
·
LLVM
Translation: Melle.
Comment
The engraving of captions can vary.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier coin of Charles II (Melle) is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Carolingian Empire. The coinage reform of 840-864, which introduced the Denier as a new standardized currency, was an attempt to stabilize the economy and strengthen the empire's control over its territories. The use of silver in the coin's production also reflects the value placed on this precious metal during that time period.
