© Patrick Bedouet
© Patrick Bedouet
Denier - Charles II monastery of Saint Dionysius
| Silver | 1.65 g | 20 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 | 1.65 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#324052 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ SCI ΔIONVSII M
Unabridged legend: SANCTI DIONUSII MONASTERIUM
Translation: Monastery of Saint Dionysius.
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 Carolingian Empire from 843 to 877. Despite his nickname, Charles II was known for his diplomatic and political skills, and he played a significant role in the Carolingian Renaissance, which was a period of cultural and intellectual revival in Europe during the 8th and 9th centuries.
