© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Louis I as emperor
| Silver | 1.75 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Aquitaine (Carolingian States) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Louis the Pious (814-840) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 818-823 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (781-987) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.75 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#343796 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in four lines.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✠
AQVI
TANIA
✠
Translation: Aquitaine.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Louis I, also known as Louis the Pious, who was the King of the Franks and Holy Roman Emperor from 813 to 840. He was the son of Charlemagne, who had united much of Western Europe under his rule, and Louis I continued his father's legacy, expanding the empire and promoting education, art, and religion. The coin's design, which includes an image of Louis I with a crown and a scepter, reflects the power and influence of the Carolingian dynasty during this time period.
