© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Odo palace mint; Type
| Silver | 1.19 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 | 1.19 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#341199 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ PΛLΛTINΛ MO
Translation: Coinage of the palace.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of King Odo, who was known for his efforts to stabilize the economy and promote trade in the Kingdom of West Francia. The coin's design, featuring the king's name and title, reflects the importance of the monarch's authority in issuing currency and regulating trade. Despite being made of silver, the coin was still relatively lightweight, weighing only 1.19 grams, which made it more accessible to a wider range of people in the kingdom.
