© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Denier - Conrad II as emperor; Venice
| Billon | 0.78 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Italy (Carolingian States) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Conrad II the Salic (1027-1039) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1026-1039 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (781-1024) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.78 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#113357 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Temple with "VENECI" at place of columns, "A" in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IIO OII
VENECI
A
Translation: Venice.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Conrad II, who was the first Holy Roman Emperor to be crowned in Rome, and his rule marked the beginning of the Holy Roman Empire's expansion into Italy.
