© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
Solidus Imitation in the name of Charlemagne; bust to right
| Gold | 3.91 g | - |
| Issuer | Frisia (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 860-900 |
| Value | 1 Solidus (1⁄20) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.91 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#390325 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross over two circles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICO VRISTAT
Translation: Dorestad.
Comment
Authenticity of this coin and also from the Berlin version (bust to left) has been questionned by many specialists.
See: “M. Lecarpentier's Gold Coin of Dorestad” by H. E. PAGAN, The Numismatic Chronicle.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it is an imitation of a coin minted during the reign of Charlemagne, who was the King of the Franks and Holy Roman Emperor from 768 to 814. The coin's design, featuring a bust of Charlemagne, was likely meant to convey the power and influence of the Frankish Empire, even long after Charlemagne's death. Despite being an imitation, the coin was still made of gold and had a significant weight of 3.91 grams, indicating its value and importance in the economy of the time.
