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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Odo Chateaudun mint; Type
| Silver | 1.72 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of West Francia (Carolingian Empire) |
|---|---|
| King | Odo (887-898) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 887-898 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (840-987) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.72 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#341275 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ DVINS CΛSTILL✜I
Translation: Chateaudun.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Odo, who was known for his efforts to stabilize the economy and promote trade throughout the Carolingian Empire. The coin's design, featuring the king's name and title, reflects the importance of the monarch's authority and legitimacy in the eyes of the people. Despite being made of silver, which was a valuable resource at the time, the coin was still widely used in everyday transactions, demonstrating the trust and confidence that people had in the currency.
