Denier - Lothair II (Noyon) (954-986) front Denier - Lothair II (Noyon) (954-986) back
Denier - Lothair II (Noyon) (954-986) photo
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Denier - Lothair II Noyon

 
Silver - -
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
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#340670
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross in a beaded circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ NOIONO CIVTA

Translation: City of Noyon.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denier - Lothair II (Noyon) (954-986) coin is that it features a unique design element - a cross fleury, which is a cross with fleur-de-lis at the ends. This design was a symbol of the Carolingian Empire and was used on many coins during this period.