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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Ralph Langres
| Billon | 1.40 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of West Francia (Carolingian Empire) |
|---|---|
| King | Ralph (923-936) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 923-936 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (840-987) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.40 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#340971 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ LINCN CVTS
Unabridged legend: Linconis Civitas
Translation: City of Langres.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Ralph (Langres) (923-936) coin is that it was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in the Carolingian Empire. The coin was issued by Ralph, who was the Count of Langres and a powerful noble during the reign of King Louis IV. The coin's minting was likely a way for Ralph to assert his power and influence within the empire, as well as to promote trade and commerce in the region. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the coin is a valuable piece of history that provides insight into the economic and political systems of medieval Europe.
