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Denier - Benedict VI / Benedict VII and emperor Otto I / Otto II cross, St. Peter bust
| Issuer | Papal States |
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| Year | 973-983 |
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| Technique | Hammered |
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| Obverse description | A Latin cross rising from two steps occupies the central field, rendered in bold relief characteristic of Ottonian-era hammered coinage. The arms of the cross divide the field into four quadrants, each containing letters from the surrounding circular legend. The inscription, reading clockwise around the periphery, references both the Holy Roman Emperor Otto and Pope Benedict, affirming the dual temporal and spiritual authority over Rome. The flan is irregular in outline, as typical of hand-struck deniers of this period, with the legend partially weak at the edges due to uneven striking pressure. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Mintage | ND (973-983) |
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