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Denier - Pepin II Limoges
| Silver | 1.84 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Aquitaine (Carolingian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Pepin II (845-848) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 845-848 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (781-987) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.84 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#346945 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in three lines.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✠
LIMO
DICAS
Unabridged legend: Limovicas
Translation: Limoges.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Pepin II, who was the son of Charles the Bald and the Carolingian king of Aquitaine. Despite being made of silver, the coin weighs only 1.84 grams, which is relatively light compared to other coins of its time. This may indicate that the coin was intended for everyday use and was not meant to be a high-value denomination. Additionally, the fact that it was minted in Limoges, a city in central France, suggests that the coin may have been used in a specific region or province within the Carolingian States.
