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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Lothair II Macon
| Silver | 1.15 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 | 1.15 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#340674 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Four annulets around a crosslet, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ MATISCNSIV
Translation: Macon.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Lothair II, who was the King of West Francia from 954 to 986, on one side, and an image of a cross on the other. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during Lothair's reign, which aimed to promote the king's image and reinforce his authority over his territories. Despite being made of silver, this coin was not highly valued during its time and was primarily used for everyday transactions. Today, however, it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in medieval European coins.
