Denier - Otto I (as emperor; Lucca) (962-973) front Denier - Otto I (as emperor; Lucca) (962-973) back
Denier - Otto I (as emperor; Lucca) (962-973) photo
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Denier - Otto I as emperor; Lucca

 
Silver 0.94 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Italy (Carolingian States)
King
Otto I the Great (Otto I) (951-973)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
962-973
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Pound (781-1024)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.94 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#349264
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

City name in two lines surrounded by legend?

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LV
CA
CIVITATE

Translation: City of Lucca.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Otto I, also known as Otto the Great, who was the Holy Roman Emperor from 962 to 973. He was a powerful ruler who expanded the Holy Roman Empire and played a significant role in shaping European history. This coin, which was minted in Lucca, a city in Tuscany, Italy, is a testament to his influence and legacy.