© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Franco in the name of king Odo ND
| Silver | 1.24 g | - |
| Issuer | Abbey of Corbie (French States) |
|---|---|
| Abbot | Franco of Amiens (891-912) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 890-898 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.24 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#341392 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ CORBIENSIS
Translation: Corbie.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Odo, who was the King of the West Franks from 888 to 898. He was known for his efforts to unify the Frankish kingdoms and defend them against Viking raids. The coin's design and silver content also reflect the influence of the Carolingian Renaissance, a cultural and intellectual movement that took place during the reign of Charlemagne and his successors.
