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Denier - Louis I Verdun
| Silver | 1.64 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 | 1.64 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#339579 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in two lines.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRID
.
VNVM
Unabridged legend: Viridunum
Translation: Verdun.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Louis I (Verdun) (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 beginning to break apart during Louis' reign, and this coin was minted as a way to maintain control over the empire's currency and economy. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the enduring legacy of the Carolingian dynasty.
