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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Ralph Beaugency
| Silver | 1.48 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of West Francia (Carolingian Empire) |
|---|---|
| King | Ralph (923-936) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 923-936 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄312) |
| Currency | Pound (840-987) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.48 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#340973 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ BΛICENTIS CΛSTELI
Translation: Castle of Beaugency.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Ralph (Beaugency) (923-936) from Kingdom of West Francia (Carolingian Empire) made of Silver weighing 1.48 g is that it was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in Europe. The Carolingian Empire, which was established by Charlemagne in the 8th century, was in decline during the 10th century, and the Kingdom of West Francia, which was established by the Treaty of Verdun in 843, was facing challenges from rival kingdoms and Viking raids. Despite these challenges, the minting of coins like the Denier continued, indicating the importance of trade and commerce during this period.
