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Denier - Louis I Chalon-sur-Saône
| Silver | 1.65 g | - |
| Issuer | Unified Carolingian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Louis the Pious (Hludovicus) (814-840) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 818-823 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (751-843) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.65 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#343658 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in two lines.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CAVIL
ONVM
Translation: Chalon.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Louis I (Chalon-sur-Saône) (818-823) coin is that it was minted during the reign of Louis the Pious, who was the son of Charlemagne and succeeded him as the King of the Franks. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during Louis' reign, which aimed to standardize the currency across the Carolingian Empire. The coin's design features a depiction of Louis I on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the Christian faith of the Empire. Despite being made of silver, the coin was not valued for its precious metal content, but rather for its value as a medium of exchange. This coin is a testament to the economic and political reforms implemented during Louis' reign, which helped to strengthen the Carolingian Empire and promote trade and commerce across Europe.
