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Denier - Charles II Nevers
| Silver | 1.70 g | - |
| 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 | 1.70 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#342727 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ NEVERNIS CIVITΛS
Translation: City of Nevers.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Charles II (Nevers) (864-875) from Kingdom of West Francia (Carolingian Empire) made of Silver weighing 1.70 g is that it was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in Europe. The Carolingian Empire, which was established by Charlemagne in the 8th century, was beginning to break apart during the reign of Charles II, with various factions and kingdoms vying for power. 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 the city of Nevers, which was an important center of trade and commerce during the Carolingian period.
