Denier - Marinus II and prince Alberic of Spoleto ND
| Silver | - | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Marinus II (942-946) |
| King | Alberic II of Spoleto (932-954) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 942-946 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (772-983) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#117488 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
City monogram in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROMA
✠ ALBERICVS PRI
Translation:
Rome.
Prince Alberic.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier coin featuring Marinus II and Prince Alberic of Spoleto is that it was minted during a time of great political turmoil in the Papal States. Marinus II was the Pope at the time, and Prince Alberic was the ruler of Spoleto, a region in central Italy. The coin was minted as a way to solidify the alliance between the two leaders and to promote the unity of the Papal States. Despite the political instability of the time, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the enduring legacy of the Papal States.
