© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Lothair II Chinon mint; bust
| Silver | 1.12 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 | 1.12 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#340679 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ CAINONI CASTRO
Translation: Castle of Chinon.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare image of King Lothair II with a long beard, which was not a common depiction of him on coins during his reign.
