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Denier - Charlemagne Mainz, monogram
| Issuer | Unified Carolingian Empire |
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| Year | 768-814 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
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| Obverse lettering | CΛRLVS REX FR (Translation: Charles, king of the Franks.) |
| Reverse description | Central field displays the Carolingian royal monogram — a complex interlaced cipher composed of the letters C, A, R, L, O and V (forming CAROLUS), arranged in a cruciform pattern with interlocking strokes, a hallmark of Charlemagne's administrative coinage. A small cross is visible to the right of the monogram within the field. The surrounding circular legend * MOGONTIΛ (Mogontia — Mainz) is inscribed between the inner border and the raised rim in irregular Latin capitals, identifying the issuing mint. The overall design reflects the Carolingian administrative reform coinage introduced to standardize currency across the Frankish Empire. |
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| Edge | Plain |
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