© Museo Nazionale Romano
© Museo Nazionale Romano
Denier - Formosus and emperor Guy of Spoleto ND
| Silver | 1.28 g | 21.67 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Formosus (891-896) |
| Emperor | Guy III of Spoleto (891-894) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 891-894 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (772-983) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.28 g |
| Diameter | 21.67 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#347459 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mint name in two lines, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RO
MA
✠ VVIDO IP
Translation:
Rome.
Emperor Guy.
Interesting fact
The Denier coin , which features Formosus and Emperor Guy of Spoleto, is a rare example of a coin that was issued jointly by two different rulers. This coin was minted during a time of political turmoil in the Papal States, when Formosus and Guy of Spoleto were both vying for power. Despite their differences, they were able to come to an agreement and issue this coin together, which is a unique example of cooperation between two rival leaders.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (891-894) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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