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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Denier - John VIII and emperor Charles II/Charles III ND
| Silver | 1.26 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | John VIII (Ioannes VIII) (872-882) |
| Emperor | Charles II the Bald (875-877) Charles III the Fat (880-888) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 872-882 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (772-983) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.26 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#117467 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of St. Peter, legend on the sides.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SCS PETRVS
Translation: Saint Peter.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of religious and political symbols. On one side, it bears the image of Pope John VIII, while on the other side, it features the image of Emperor Charles II (also known as Charles III). This coin was issued during a time when the Papal States and the Holy Roman Empire were closely linked, and it represents the complex political and religious relationships of that era.
