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Denier - Louis I Tours
| Silver | 1.75 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 | 1.75 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#339759 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in two lines.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TVRO
NES
Translation: Tours.
Interesting fact
The Denier - Louis I (Tours) (818-823) coin from the Unified Carolingian Empire is interesting because it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in Europe. The coinage reform implemented by Louis the Pious, the son of Charlemagne, in 817, standardized coinage across the empire and introduced the denier as the primary silver coin. This coin, made of silver and weighing 1.75g, was used widely in trade and commerce, facilitating economic transactions across the empire. Its design featured the king's name and title on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the connection between the monarch and the Church. The coin's minting and use during this period demonstrate the Unified Carolingian Empire's efforts to centralize power, promote economic growth, and spread Christianity throughout its territories.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (818-823) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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