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Denier - John XII and emperor Otto I bust ND
| Silver | 1.02 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | John XII (Ioannes XII) (955-962) |
| Emperor | Otto I the Great (Otto I) (962-973) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 962-963 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (772-983) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.02 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#347530 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Emperor's bust, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ OTTO IMPERATO
Translation: Emperor Otto.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of religious and political leaders. The coin bears the image of Pope John XII on one side and Emperor Otto I on the other, highlighting the complex relationship between the Papal States and the Holy Roman Empire during this time period.
