Denier - Richard I ND (943-996) front Denier - Richard I ND (943-996) back
Denier - Richard I ND (943-996) photo
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Denier - Richard I ND

 
Billon 1.16 g 20.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Normandy (French States)
Duke
Richard I (943-996)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
943-996
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.16 g
Diameter
20.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#279932
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Degenerate monogram.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ ROTOMΛCVഗ

Unabridged legend: Rotomagus

Translation: Rouen.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Richard I ND (943-996) from Duchy of Normandy (French States) made of Billon weighing 1.16 g is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts a cross, which symbolizes Christianity, while the reverse side features a depiction of a bird, which was a common motif in pre-Christian Celtic and Germanic cultures. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the Duchy of Normandy during the 10th century.