© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier - Ralph Saint Dionysius monastery; KRLS type monogram
| Silver | 1.01 g | - |
| 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 | 1.01 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#340944 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in four lines separated by a beaded line.
Scripts: Greek, Latin
Lettering:
✠
SCI ΔIO
NVƧII
✠
Translation: Saint Dionysius.
Comment
There are varieties in engraving and legends.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique monogram, the "KRLS" type, which is a combination of the initials of the king's name, Ralph (or Radulf), and the name of the monastery where it was minted, Saint Dionysius. This monogram was used specifically for coins minted at this monastery during Ralph's reign, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
