© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Pepin II temple
| Silver | 1.81 g | - |
| 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 | 1.81 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#348371 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Temple with four columns around a crosslet, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ XPISTIΛNΛ RELIGIO
Translation: Christian religion.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Pepin II on one side and a temple on the other, which symbolizes the alliance between the Carolingian dynasty and the Church.
