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Denier - Lothair II Bourges mint; temple
| Silver | 1.20 g | 20 mm |
| 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 | 1.20 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#330450 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Temple with four columns, a cross inside; on top, a cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BITVRICES CIVITAS
Translation: City of Bourges.
Comment
There are varieties in engraving and legends.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - the temple on the reverse side. This temple is believed to represent the Temple of Jupiter Optimus Maximus, which was an important religious building in ancient Rome. The inclusion of this design element suggests that the Carolingian Empire, which ruled over much of Western Europe during the 9th and 10th centuries, was influenced by classical Roman culture and sought to associate itself with the power and prestige of the Roman Empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (954-986) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denier - Lothair II (Bourges mint; temple) (954-986) coin.
