Denier - Lothair II (Chalon) (954-986) front Denier - Lothair II (Chalon) (954-986) back
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Denier - Lothair II Chalon

 
Silver 1.20 g 21 mm
Description
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
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#330283
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross within a beaded circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ CΛVILON CIVT

Unabridged legend: CAVILON CIVITAS

Translation: City of Chalon.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denier - Lothair II (Chalon) coin is that it features a unique design element - a cross symbol on the reverse side, which was a departure from the traditional Carolingian cross design. This coin was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in the Carolingian Empire, and the cross symbol may have been used as a symbol of hope and renewal.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (954-986)  - - - - - -

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