© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Charles II Reims mint; temple
| Silver | 1.48 g | - |
| 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 | 1.48 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#343303 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Temple with four columns around a crosslet, topped with a crosslet, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ REMIS CIVITΛS
Translation: City of Reims.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare design element - the temple on the reverse side. The temple was a symbol of the Carolingian Empire's power and influence, and its inclusion on the coin highlights the importance of religion during that time period. Additionally, the coin's silver content and small weight suggest that it was used for everyday transactions, making it a valuable artifact for historians studying the economy of the Carolingian Empire.
