Denier - Louis IV (Rouen) (936-954) front Denier - Louis IV (Rouen) (936-954) back
Denier - Louis IV (Rouen) (936-954) photo
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Denier - Louis IV Rouen

 
Silver 0.96 g 20.5 mm
Description
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
0.96 g
Diameter
20.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#331808
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Monogram LS under bar.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LS
✠ ROTOM CIVITΛ

Unabridged legend:
LUDOVICUS
ROTOMAGUS CIVITAS

Translation:
Louis.
City of Rouen.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denier - Louis IV (Rouen) (936-954) coin is that it features a unique design element - a cross fleury, which is a cross with fleur-de-lis at the ends. This design was a symbol of the Carolingian Empire and was used on many coins during that time period.