© Numismatica Varesi
© Numismatica Varesi
Denier - Gregory IV and emperor Louis I ND
| Silver | 1.69 g | 23 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 | 1.69 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#117460 |
|---|---|
| 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 was issued during a time of great political and religious upheaval in Europe. Pope Gregory IV, who was the Pope at the time the coin was minted, was involved in a controversy over the appointment of bishops and the authority of the Pope, while Emperor Louis I, also known as Louis the Pious, was struggling to maintain his power and influence over the Carolingian Empire. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains its value and historical significance, offering a unique glimpse into the economic and political climate of the time.
