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Denier - Lothair II abbey Saint Philibert of Tournus
| Silver | 1.21 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of West Francia (Carolingian Empire) |
|---|---|
| King | Lothair (954-986) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 954-986 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (840-987) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.21 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#340666 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Monogram in a beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ SCI PHILIBERTI MONETA
Translation: Coinage of St. Philibert.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Lothair II, who was the last Carolingian king to rule over a united West Francia. This coin was minted at the Abbey of Saint Philibert in Tournus, which was an important religious and economic center during the Carolingian period. The coin's design features the name of the king and the abbey, and it was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal during that time. Despite its small weight of 1.21 grams, this coin played an important role in the economy of the Carolingian Empire and is now a valuable piece for collectors and historians.
