Denier - Charles III (Paris mint; Type 2) (898-923) front Denier - Charles III (Paris mint; Type 2) (898-923) back
Denier - Charles III (Paris mint; Type 2) (898-923) photo
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Denier - Charles III Paris mint; Type

 
Silver 1.13 g -
Description
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
1.13 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#341001
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Legend in two lines separated by a beaded line, between two crosslets.

Scripts: Greek, Latin

Lettering:

PΛRISI
CIVITΛ

Translation: City of Paris.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - a small cross on the reverse side, which was added to the coin's design during Charles III's reign to symbolize the king's devotion to Christianity.