© Museo Nazionale Romano
© Museo Nazionale Romano
Denier - Leo III ND
| Silver | 1.29 g | 21.8 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Leo III (795-816) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 796-800 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (772-983) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.29 g |
| Diameter | 21.8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#347264 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Bust of St. Peter sided by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SCS PETRVS
Translation: Saint Peter.
Interesting fact
The Denier - Leo III ND (796-800) coin from the Papal States was minted during the reign of Pope Leo III, who was known for his efforts to restore the Roman Empire and for his support of the Carolingian dynasty. The coin features an image of the Pope on one side and an image of the apostles Peter and Paul on the other. Despite its small size, the coin was an important part of the economy of the Papal States during this time period.
