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Solidus Imitation of Louis the Pious
| Gold | 4.38 g | - |
| Issuer | Frisia (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 830-900 |
| Value | 1 Solidus |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.38 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#51694 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in laurel wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVHVHVNISVNVN
Unabridged legend: Munus divinum
Translation: ... of divine right.
Comment
Imitation coinage from emperor Louis the Pious (see link below).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Solidus (Imitation of Louis the Pious) (830-900) from Frisia (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) made of Gold weighing 4.38 g is that it was used as a form of currency in the Kingdom of Frisia, which was a short-lived kingdom that existed in the 9th century in what is now the Netherlands and Germany. Despite its short existence, the kingdom played an important role in the history of the region and the coinage of the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (830-900) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Solidus (Imitation of Louis the Pious) (830-900) coin.
