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Denier - Louis I Venice
| Silver (.900) | 1.45 g | 21 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 (.900) |
| Weight | 1.45 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#113337 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
3 line inscription.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✠ VENE
CIAS MO
NETA
Translation: Coin of Venice.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Louis I (Venice) (818-823) from Unified Carolingian Empire made of Silver (.900) weighing 1.45 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 depiction of Louis I on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the Christian faith and the power of the Carolingian Empire.
