© Kölner Münzkabinett Tyll Kroha Nachfolger UG
© Kölner Münzkabinett Tyll Kroha Nachfolger UG
Denier - Louis I Melle
| Silver | 1.72 g | 20 mm |
| 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 | 1.72 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#194156 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: METΛ/·/LLVM
Translation: Melle.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Louis I (Melle) (818-823) coin is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in Europe. The Unified Carolingian Empire, which was established by Charlemagne in 800 AD, was in the process of breaking apart during Louis I's reign, and this coin was minted as a way to maintain economic stability and centralize power. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remained a widely accepted form of currency throughout Western Europe, and its design and craftsmanship reflect the high standards of the Carolingian Empire's minting practices.
