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Denier - Lothair I Milan
| Silver | 0.94 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Middle Francia (Carolingian Empire) |
|---|---|
| King | Lothair I (843-855) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 840-855 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (840-855) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.94 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#330410 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: MEDIOL
Unabridged legend: MEDIOLANUM
Translation: Milano.
Comment
According to Coupland, the type with the name of mint in the field was minted in Italy throughout the reign of Lothair, unlike the mints of northern Middle Francia where this type only replaced the Denier with temple around 850.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Lothair I (Milan) coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. On one side, the coin bears the image of Lothair I, while the other side features a depiction of a pagan deity, likely Jupiter or Mars. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the Carolingian Empire during the 9th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (840-855) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denier - Lothair I (Milan) (840-855) coin.
