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Denier In the name of Charles the Simple ND
| Billon | 1.52 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | County of Poitou (French States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 930-1100 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.52 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#38113 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Two-line caption in the field; several variations exist due to the presence or absence of various symbols (see below).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MET
ΛLO
Translation: Melle.
Comment
Poey d'Avant considers this type as an immobilization of Charles the Bald, but Duplessy proved by the analysis of monetary hoards that it was rather Charles the Simple.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles the Simple, who was the King of West Francia from 930 to 954. Despite his nickname, Charles the Simple was known for his efforts to stabilize and strengthen the Frankish kingdom, which had been weakened by internal conflicts and Viking raids. The coin's minting location in the County of Poitou, which was a region in western France, suggests that it was likely used in local trade and commerce. Additionally, the fact that it was made of billon, a copper and silver alloy, indicates that it was a relatively valuable coin for its time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (930-1100) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denier (In the name of Charles the Simple) ND (930-1100) coin.
