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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Denier with St. Martin - Anonymous Tours
| Silver | 0.95 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Unified Frankish Kingdom (Frankish Kingdoms) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 725-750 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Denier (670-750) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.95 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#382740 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Large S flanked by two pellets.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + SCI MARTIN
Translation: Saint Martin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of St. Martin, a popular medieval saint known for his generosity and kindness, on one side, and an anonymous king on the other. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Frankish Kingdoms were still in the process of converting to Christianity, and that the king who commissioned the coin wanted to associate himself with the values of St. Martin. Additionally, the fact that the coin is made of silver and weighs 0.95 grams suggests that it was a widely circulating denomination and was likely used in everyday transactions.
