Denier - Louis IV the Child (Trier mint; temple) (900-911) front Denier - Louis IV the Child (Trier mint; temple) (900-911) back
Denier - Louis IV the Child (Trier mint; temple) (900-911) photo
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Denier - Louis IV the Child Trier mint; temple

 
Silver 1.59 g -
Description
Issuer
Lotharingia (Carolingian States)
King
Louis IV the Child (900-911)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
900-911
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Pound (855-959)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.59 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#346937
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Legend as a cross around a degenerate temple.

Script: Latin

Lettering: TREVERIS

Translation: Trier.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare image of Louis IV the Child, who was the King of the West Franks and Holy Roman Emperor, on the obverse (front) side of the coin. This image is unique because it shows the young king with a short beard, which was uncommon for coins of that time period. Additionally, the coin's design includes a temple on the reverse (back) side, which symbolizes the king's connection to the Church and his role as a protector of the faith.