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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Charles III Laon
| Silver | 1.58 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of West Francia (Carolingian Empire) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III the Simple (898-922) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 898-923 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (840-987) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.58 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#341062 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ LVGDVNI CLΛVΛTI
Translation: Laon.
Comment
Morrison considered this type was from Charles II but Nouchy attributes it to Charles III.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Carolingian Empire, with Charles III facing challenges from Viking raids, internal power struggles, and territorial disputes. Despite these challenges, the coinage of Charles III, including the Denier - Charles III (Laon) (898-923), remained consistent in its design and quality, reflecting the stability and resilience of the Carolingian Empire's monetary system.
