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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Lothair I Bordeaux
| Silver | 1.60 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Aquitaine (Carolingian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Lothair I (830-833) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 830-833 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (781-987) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.60 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#343457 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Temple with four columns around a crosslet, topped with a crosslet, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ BVRDICΛLΛ
Unabridged legend: BURDIGALA
Translation: Bordeaux.
Comment
This denier was struck during the lifetime of Louis the Pious when Lothair had usurped power and attempted to oust his father in 830 and 833.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Lothair I (Bordeaux) coin is that it features a unique design element - a cross with curved arms - that sets it apart from other coins of the same era.
