Denier (Paris) (700-720) front Denier (Paris) (700-720) back
Denier (Paris) (700-720) photo
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.

Denier Paris

 
Silver 0.74 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Neustria (Frankish Kingdoms)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
700-720
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Denier (670-750)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.74 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#6720
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Crossed cross with pellets in quarters.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of King Pepin the Short, who was the first king of the Carolingian dynasty and played a significant role in the unification of the Frankish territories.