Denier - Charles II Lyon mint
| Issuer | Lower Burgundy, Kingdom of |
|---|---|
| Year | 869-875 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (855-933) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.81 g |
| Diameter | |
| Thickness | |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Engraver(s) | |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) | Prou Car#633, Nouchy#145 (p.171), Gariel Car#XXX/134, Morrison#1038 |
| Obverse description | Monogram in a beaded circle, legend around. |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering |
✠ GRΛTIΛ DEI REX (Translation: Charles, king by God`s grace.) |
| Reverse description | Cross in a beaded circle, legend around. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering |
✠ LVGDVNI CIVIS (Translation: City of Lyon.) |
| Edge | |
| Mint | |
| Mintage |
ND (869-875) - - |
| Numisquare ID | 1857359250 |
| Additional information |
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Historical Context: This Denier, struck at the significant Lyon mint between 869-875, dates from the later reign of Charles II (the Bald), King of West Francia and Emperor. This period was critical, defined by Charles's struggles to consolidate power amidst Viking incursions and the Carolingian Empire's fragmentation. Lyon, a