Denier - Radelchis (monogram) (839-851) front Denier - Radelchis (monogram) (839-851) back
Denier - Radelchis (monogram) (839-851) photo
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Denier - Radelchis monogram

 
Silver 0.70 g -
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
0.70 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#145307
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross on three steps with wedge to the right, all surrounded by legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARNANGELV NINAE

Unabridged legend: Archangelus Michael

Translation: Archangel Michael.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Radelchis (monogram) (839-851) from Benevento (Lombard Kingdom) made of Silver weighing 0.70 g is that it features a unique monogram of Radelchis, the ruler of Benevento, on one side of the coin. This monogram is a combination of the letters "R" and "A" and is surrounded by a circle of dots. This design was used to signify Radelchis' authority and power as the ruler of the Lombard Kingdom.