© Museo Nazionale Romano
© Museo Nazionale Romano
Denier - Leo IV and emperor Lothair I PIVS monogram ND
| Silver | 1.48 g | 24.28 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Leo IV (847-855) |
| Emperor | Lothair I (840-855) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 847-855 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (772-983) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.48 g |
| Diameter | 24.28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#347420 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Monogram in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PIVS
✠ HLOTHARIVS IP
Unabridged legend: LOTHARIUS IMPERATOR PIUS
Translation: Lothaire, pious emperor.
Interesting fact
The Denier coin with the image of Leo IV and Emperor Lothair I (PIVS monogram) ND (847-855) from the Papal States is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its historical significance and the fact that it was made of silver. It's interesting to note that the coin was minted during a time of great political and religious change in Europe, with the Carolingian Empire being formed and the Catholic Church playing a major role in shaping European society. The coin's design, featuring the images of both the Pope and the Emperor, highlights the complex relationship between the Church and State during this period.
