🏰  Rare Silver Denier of PÉPIN II OF AQUITAINE – c.846-848 – Melle Mint –  ✨

📜 Description: Up for sale is a rare medieval silver Denier minted under Pépin II of Aquitaine, dating from circa 846–848 AD. This historic piece originates from Melle, a renowned Carolingian mint, and features excellent detail on both the obverse and reverse.

🔹 Specifications:

Type: Denier
Date: c. 846–848
Mint: Melle
Metal: Silver
Diameter: 22.5 mm
Weight: 1.65g
Die Orientation: 3 h.

📖 Obverse:

Legend: + PIPINVS REX EQ
Design: Cross
Translation: Pépin, King of Aquitaine

Legend: + METVLLO
Design: Monogram of Pippin
Translation: Melle

🔹 References: G. n° 2–3 (37/2–3) | Prou. 689–690 | MG. 606

🌍 Historical Significance: Pépin II was the last Carolingian king of Aquitaine, and coins from his brief reign are seldom found, making this a remarkable acquisition for any serious collector of early medieval or Carolingian coinage.

📜 Condition: Authentic medieval coin with visible legends and monogram. Light wear consistent with age. Please inspect photos for details.