⚔️ ⚜️ Carolingian Silver Denier of Louis III (c. 879–882)
✨ Authentic Medieval Coinage – A scarce Denier struck in Tours (Turones Civitas) under Louis III, King of West Francia (879–882).
🏰 Historical Significance
Louis III was the son of Louis II “the Stammerer” and grandson of Charles the Bald, continuing the Carolingian dynasty. His short reign was marked by victories against Viking incursions, making his coinage rare and highly collectible.
⚜️Coin Specifications
Type: Silver Denier
Date: c. 879–882 (no exact date)
Mint: Tours
Diameter: 19.6 mm
Weight: 1.44 g
Die Orientation: 10 h
🔮 Designs & Legends
Obverse: + MISERICORDIA DI REX – Monogram of Louis (LVDOVICVS)
Translation: Louis, merciful by the grace of God
Reverse: + TVRONES CIVITAS – Cross within lozenge
Translation: City of Tours
📚 Catalogue References
G. (38/13 var.); Prou 453 var.; MG. 1255–1256 var.; N.4A var. p. 219
🌟 Condition
Grade: AU/XF (About Uncirculated to Extremely Fine)
Crisp details with sharp monogram and cross, excellent preservation for its age.
🏆 Why Collect This Coin?
Dynastic Rarity: Coins of Louis III are scarce due to his brief reign.
Carolingian Heritage: Directly tied to Charlemagne’s lineage.
Historical Value: Minted in Tours, a city of great medieval importance.
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