Denier - Charles II (Quentovic mint; temple) (840-864) front Denier - Charles II (Quentovic mint; temple) (840-864) back
Denier - Charles II (Quentovic mint; temple) (840-864) photo
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Denier - Charles II Quentovic mint; temple

 
Silver 1.46 g -
Description
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
1.46 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#343304
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Temple with four columns around a crosslet, topped with a crosslet, legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ QVENTVVICVS

Translation: Quentovic.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a temple on the reverse side, which is a unique design element for a coin from this time period.