© Museo Nazionale Romano
© Museo Nazionale Romano
Denier - John XIII and emperor Otto I monogram ND
| Silver | 1.54 g | 19.72 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | John XIII (Ioannes XIII) (965-972) |
| Emperor | Otto I the Great (Otto I) (962-973) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 965-972 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (772-983) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.54 g |
| Diameter | 19.72 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#347620 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
City monogram in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROMA
✠ SCS PETRVS
Translation:
Rome.
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 XIII, while on the other side, it features the monogram of Emperor Otto I. This reflects the complex political and religious landscape of Europe during the 10th century, where the Papal States and the Holy Roman Empire were closely linked. The coin's silver content and relatively low weight also suggest that it was intended for everyday use by ordinary people, rather than being a high-value coin reserved for the elite.
