© Museo Nazionale Romano
© Museo Nazionale Romano
Denier - Stephen V and emperor Charles III IPA monogram ND
| Silver | 1.04 g | 22.13 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Stephen V (Stephanus V) (885-891) |
| Emperor | Charles III the Fat (880-888) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 885-888 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (772-983) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.04 g |
| Diameter | 22.13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#347438 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Monogram with pellets in quarters in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IPA
✠ .CAROLVS.
Translation: Emperor Charles.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the IPA monogram, which stands for "Imperator Pacificus Augustus," which translates to "Peaceful Emperor Augustus." This monogram was used by Emperor Charles III to emphasize his role as a peaceful and benevolent ruler.
