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Denier - Otto I Esslingen
| Silver | 1.74 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of East Francia (Carolingian Empire) |
|---|---|
| King | Otto I the Great (Otto I) (936-962) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 936-962 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (840-962) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.74 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#107820 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two line inscrition horizontally and one line vertically.
Script: Latin
Lettering: OTTO
Translation: Otto.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Otto I (Esslingen) (936-962) coin is that it was minted during the reign of Otto I, also known as Otto the Great, who was the King of East Francia and the Holy Roman Emperor. He was a powerful leader who played a significant role in shaping the political and economic landscape of Europe during the Middle Ages. The coin's design and minting process were likely overseen by the royal mint, and its production would have been an important symbol of the kingdom's prosperity and power.
