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Denier - Otto II as emperor; Milan
| Silver | 1.18 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Italy (Carolingian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Otto II (980-983) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 973-983 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (781-1024) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.18 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#346702 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in four lines.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AVG
+MED
IOLA
NIV
Translation:
... august.
Milan.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Otto II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Italy from 973 to 983. The coin features Otto II's name and title on one side, and an image of Christ on the other, reflecting the strong influence of Christianity during this time period. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver and weighs 1.18 grams suggests that it was a valuable and widely used coin during its time.
