© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Charles II Saint Martin Abbey of Tours; temple
| Silver | 1.56 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 | 1.56 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#343296 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with pellets in quarters, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ SCI MΛRTINI MONETΛ
Translation: Coinage of St. Martin.
Comment
This type is immobilized during all 10th century.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Saint Martin Abbey of Tours, which was an important religious site during the Carolingian Empire. The abbey was founded in the 4th century and was a major center of learning and culture, and it is believed that Charles II himself was a patron of the abbey. The image of the abbey on the coin may have been intended to symbolize the connection between the king and the church, as well as the importance of religion in Carolingian society.
