© Museo Nazionale Romano
© Museo Nazionale Romano
Denier - Gregory IV and emperor Louis I monogram ND
| Silver | 1.66 g | 23.3 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Gregory IV (Gregorius IV) (827-844) |
| Emperor | Louis the Pious (814-840) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 827-840 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (772-983) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.66 g |
| Diameter | 23.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#347417 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Monogram in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PIVS
* LVDOVVICVS I
Unabridged legend: LUDOVICUS PIUS IMPERATOR
Translation: Emperor Louis the Pious.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of religious and political symbols. The obverse side bears the image of Pope Gregory IV, while the reverse side features the monogram of Emperor Louis I. This blending of religious and imperial authority reflects the complex political and religious landscape of Europe during the 9th century.
