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Denier - Charles II Paris mint; temple
| Silver | 1.64 g | 20 mm |
| 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 | 1.64 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#196565 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Stylised temple with cross on top and in the middle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ PΛRISII CIVITΛS
Translation: City of Paris.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - the temple on the reverse side, which is a nod to the ancient Roman architecture that was still present in Paris during the time of Charles II's reign. This design element sets the coin apart from other coins of the same era and mint, and it serves as a testament to the cultural and artistic influences that were prevalent during the Carolingian Empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (840-864) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denier - Charles II (Paris mint; temple) (840-864) coin.
