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Denier - Otto III as emperor; Pavia
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Italy (Carolingian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Otto III (996-1002) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 996-1002 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (781-1024) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#349269 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
City name, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IMPERATOR
PA
PIA
Translation:
... emperor.
Pavia.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Otto III (as emperor; Pavia) (996-1002) from Kingdom of Italy (Carolingian States) made of Silver is that it features a unique blend of Christian and classical imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts Otto III crowned and holding a scepter, while the reverse side shows a cross with four pelicans, symbolizing the four evangelists. This blending of religious and classical motifs reflects the cultural and artistic influences of the Carolingian Renaissance, a period of cultural and intellectual revival that took place during the reign of Otto III.
