


© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Odo Toulouse mint; ODO GRATIA D- RE
Silver | 1.56 g | - |
Issuer | Kingdom of West Francia (Carolingian Empire) |
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King | Odo (887-898) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 887-898 |
Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
Currency | Pound (840-987) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 1.56 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#341413 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ TOLOSA ✠ CIV
Unabridged legend: TOLOSA CIVITAS
Translation: City of Toulouse.
Comment
There are varieties in engraving and legends.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of King Odo, also known as Odo the Great, who was the King of West Francia from 888 to 898. He was a member of the Carolingian dynasty and played a significant role in the political and military events of his time. The coin's design and inscription, including the use of the Latin phrase "ODO GRATIA D- RE," reflect the influence of the Carolingian Empire and the Catholic Church during this period.