Denier - Ralph (Chateaudun) (923-936) front Denier - Ralph (Chateaudun) (923-936) back
Denier - Ralph (Chateaudun) (923-936) photo
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Denier - Ralph Chateaudun

 
Silver 1.36 g 19 mm
Description
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
1.36 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#330456
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ DVNIS CASTLLI

Unabridged legend: DUNIS CASTELLI

Translation: Chateaudun.

Comment

There are varieties in engravings.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Ralph (Chateaudun) (923-936) from Kingdom of West Francia (Carolingian Empire) made of Silver weighing 1.36 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 time period.