© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Louis III Palace
| Silver | 1.54 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of West Francia (Carolingian Empire) |
|---|---|
| King | Louis III (879-882) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 879-882 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (840-987) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.54 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#341815 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ PΛLΛTINΛ MONET
Translation: Coinage of the palace.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Louis III (Palace) coin is that it features a unique design element - a small cross symbol located above the king's head. This cross is believed to represent the king's role as a protector of the Christian faith and symbolizes his connection to the divine. This feature sets the coin apart from other coins of the time and adds to its historical significance.
