Denier - Radelchis (ear of wheat) (839-851) front Denier - Radelchis (ear of wheat) (839-851) back
Denier - Radelchis (ear of wheat) (839-851) photo
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Denier - Radelchis ear of wheat

 
Silver 1.16 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Benevento (Lombard Kingdom)
Prince
Radelchis (839-851)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
839-851
Value
1 Denier = 1⁄12 Solidus
Currency
Solidus (668-897)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.16 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#145309
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross with petals in each quadrant surrounded by legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHANGE MICHAHEL

Unabridged legend: Archangelus Michael

Translation: Archangel Michael.

Interesting fact

The Radelchis denier coin from Benevento (Lombard Kingdom) is interesting because it features an ear of wheat on one side, which was a symbol of prosperity and abundance in medieval times.