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Denier - Charles III Melle
| Silver | 1.51 g | 22 mm |
| 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 | 1.51 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#330273 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
METALO in two lines.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✠
MET
ΛLO
✠
Translation: Melle.
Comment
There are varieties in engraving and legends. For instance on the reverse: with 2 crosses, 2 dots, 1 crescent, 1 star.This denier was subsequently immobilized by the Counts of Poitou until the 12th century.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles III, also known as Charles the Simple, who was the King of West Francia from 898 to 923. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, which were designed to standardize the currency and promote trade throughout the kingdom. The use of silver in the coin's composition was a significant change from previous coins, which were often made of copper or other base metals. The introduction of silver coins helped to stabilize the currency and increase its value, which had a positive impact on the economy of the kingdom.
