Denier - Moneyer Adalsar (Quentovic) (670-700) front Denier - Moneyer Adalsar (Quentovic) (670-700) back
Denier - Moneyer Adalsar (Quentovic) (670-700) photo
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Denier - Moneyer Adalsar Quentovic

 
Silver 1.1 g 11 mm
Description
Location
Kingdom of Neustria (Frankish Kingdoms)
Moneyer
Adalsar
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
670-700
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Denier (670-750)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.1 g
Diameter
11 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#169662
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Pointed and perled circle surrounded by lettering.

Script: Latin

Lettering: + ADALSAR

Comment

This denier has long been considered an Anglo-Saxon sceat. Its continental origin is not in doubt, however, several examples having been found in the excavations of the Abbey of Corbie as well as at Therouanne and Etaples.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Moneyer Adalsar (Quentovic) (670-700) made of Silver weighing 1.1 g is that it was used as a form of currency during the early Middle Ages in what is now modern-day France. It was minted during the reign of King Childeric II and was used to facilitate trade and commerce throughout the kingdom. Despite its small size and relatively low value, this coin played an important role in the economy of the time and is still sought after by collectors today.