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Denier - Lothair I Dorestad
| Silver | 1.50 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Middle Francia (Carolingian Empire) |
|---|---|
| King | Lothair I (843-855) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 850-855 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (840-855) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.50 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#344956 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in three lines.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DOR
ES.TA
TVS
Translation: Dorestad.
Comment
According to Coupland, in 850 the types with temple are replaced by types with mint name in field in all northern mints of Middle Francia.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Lothair I (Dorestad) (850-855) from Kingdom of Middle Francia (Carolingian Empire) made of Silver weighing 1.50 g is that it was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in Europe. The Carolingian Empire, which was established by Charlemagne in the 8th century, was beginning to break apart during the reign of Lothair I, and this coin was minted during a period of civil war between Lothair and his sons. Despite the political instability, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and design, showcasing the skill of the medieval minting process.