© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Charles III Reims mint; crescent
| Silver | 1.43 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 | 1.43 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#341004 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle with a crescent in 3rd angle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ REMIS CIVITΛS
Translation: City of Reims.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a crescent symbol on the reverse side, which was a common motif used by the Carolingian Empire during that time period. The crescent was a symbol of the Islamic world and was often used on coins as a way to show the influence of Islamic culture on the Carolingian Empire. This coin, in particular, was minted during the reign of Charles III, who ruled the Kingdom of West Francia from 898 to 923 AD. The use of the crescent symbol on this coin highlights the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between the Islamic world and the Carolingian Empire during this time period.
