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Denier - Conrad II Lucca
| Silver (.800) | 1.01 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Italy (Carolingian States) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Conrad II the Salic (1027-1039) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1027-1039 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (781-1024) |
| Composition | Silver (.800) |
| Weight | 1.01 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#378535 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
LVCA in center in two lines around a dot, surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LVCA
+ CHVINRDVS
Translation: Lucca, Conrad.
Comment
Cat Bellesia pag. 55, 1/BInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Conrad II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor from 1027 to 1039. The coin features an image of Conrad II on one side and a cross on the other, which was a common design element for coins during this time period. The use of silver in the coin's composition was also significant, as it reflected the value and wealth of the Carolingian States during this era.
