Denier - Charles II (Noyon) (864-875) front Denier - Charles II (Noyon) (864-875) back
Denier - Charles II (Noyon) (864-875) photo
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Denier - Charles II Noyon

 
Silver 1.75 g -
Description
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
1.75 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#342725
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross in a beaded circle, legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ HN◊VI◊M VILLΛ

Translation: City of Noyon.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare image of Charles II as a bearded king, which was not common in his coinage.