Denier - Louis II and Angelberga (monogram) (866-871) front Denier - Louis II and Angelberga (monogram) (866-871) back
Denier - Louis II and Angelberga (monogram) (866-871) photo
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Denier - Louis II and Angelberga monogram

 
Silver 0.76 g -
Description
Issuer
Benevento (Lombard Kingdom)
Emperor
Louis II (850-875)
Empress
Engelberga (851-875)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
866-871
Value
1 Denier = 1⁄12 Solidus
Currency
Solidus (668-897)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.76 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#145327
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Stacked legend surrounded by more legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ANGILPERGA NP
AGV
STA

Unabridged legend: Angilberga Imerpator Augusta

Translation: Angelberga, Empress August.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique monogram of Louis II and Angelberga, which is a combination of their names and initials, signifying their joint rule over the Lombard Kingdom.