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Denier - Louis IV Chinon
| Silver | 1.38 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of West Francia (Carolingian Empire) |
|---|---|
| King | Louis IV (936-954) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 936-954 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (840-987) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.38 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#339867 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross pattée in a beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ CAINONI CASTRO
Translation: Castle of Chinon.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Louis IV (Chinon) coin is that it was issued during a time of significant economic and political change in Europe. The Carolingian Empire, which encompassed much of Western Europe, was in the process of decentralizing and breaking apart into smaller kingdoms and territories. Despite this, the coinage system remained relatively standardized, with the Denier being a widely used denomination across the empire. This speaks to the importance of currency as a means of facilitating trade and commerce, even during times of political upheaval.
