© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Denier - Charles II the Bald Dinant
| Silver | 1.4 g | - |
| Issuer | Lotharingia (Carolingian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II the Bald (869-870) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 869-875 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (855-959) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#331420 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Short cross within beaded inner circle, pellet in one corner (depending of the version).
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ EN VICO PEONΛNT
Unabridged legend: IN FISCO DEONIT
Translation: In the royal city of Dinant.
Comment
Weight is variable, 1.2 - 1.55 g.Variants know, especially reverse legend:
IN VICO PEONΛNT
IN VICO DEONINII
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great political instability in the Carolingian Empire. Charles II the Bald, who ruled from 869-875, was known for his struggles to maintain power and control over his territories, which were constantly threatened by Viking raids and internal conflicts. Despite these challenges, the coinage issued during his reign, such as the Denier - Charles II the Bald (Dinant), remained consistent in its design and quality, showcasing the resilience and craftsmanship of the Carolingian minting tradition.
