© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Charles II Saint Andochius monastery of Autun
| Silver | 1.59 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 | 1.59 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#343196 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ S-C ΛIID-T M-NT
Translation: Monastery of St. Andochius.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Saint Andochius, the patron saint of Autun, on the reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of religion and religious figures in the Carolingian Empire during the time of Charles II's reign. The inclusion of Saint Andochius on the coin also suggests that the monastery of Autun, where he was buried, was a significant religious center during this period.
