© Monnaies d'Antan
© Monnaies d'Antan
Denier - Odo Tours
| Silver | 1.54 g | 20 mm |
| 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 | 1.54 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#338578 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ HTVR✜NES CIVITΛS
Translation: City of Tours.
Comment
There are many varieties in engraving and legends. This coinage is immobilized until mid-10th century (PA #XXX/19 ; 21).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Odo (Tours) (887-898) coin from the Kingdom of West Francia (Carolingian Empire) is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the typical cross or other religious symbols found on many coins of that era, this coin bears an image of a tree with two birds perched on its branches. This design is believed to represent the "Tree of Life" and is a rare example of a non-religious motif on a medieval coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (887-898) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denier - Odo (Tours) (887-898) coin.
