© Numismatica Varesi
© Numismatica Varesi
Denier - Louis I Milan mint; bust
| Silver | 1.73 g | - |
| Issuer | Unified Carolingian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Louis the Pious (Hludovicus) (814-840) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 814-818 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (751-843) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.73 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#305852 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Temple with cross on top.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MEDIOLΛNVM
Translation: Milano.
Comment
These denarii are among the first struck by Louis the Pious, in continuation of the coinage of Charlemagne.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Louis I (Milan mint; bust) (814-818) from Unified Carolingian Empire made of Silver weighing 1.73 g 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 empire and promote trade and commerce. The coin's design features a bust of Louis I on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the Christian faith and the power of the Carolingian Empire. Despite its small weight, this coin played an important role in the economy of the time and is now a valuable piece for collectors and historians.
