⚔️ Carolingians – Louis the Pious (814–840) 👑

AR Denier | Toulouse Mint | Class 2 ND (c. 819–822)

Offered here is a very rare silver denier of Emperor Louis the Pious (814–840), struck at the Toulouse mint during the early 9th century. This scarce variety, bearing the legend LVDOICVS IMPER, is known from only a handful of examples, including three preserved in Berlin. A remarkable opportunity for advanced collectors of Carolingian and medieval coinage.

📜 Details

Obverse: + H LVDOICVS IMPER, cross ✝️

Reverse: In three lines: TOLO / SA CIVI / TAS

References: P.806 v.; MG.421; D.997 (5 examples recorded)

Metal: Silver (AR)

Weight: 1,76 g

Diameter: 21 mm

Die Axis: 2h

🏰 Historical Note

Louis the Pious, son of Charlemagne, ruled as Emperor from 814 to 840. His coinage reflects the consolidation of Carolingian authority across the Frankish realms. The Toulouse mint issues are particularly rare, and this variety with the explicit imperial title IMPER is of great numismatic and historical significance.

👑 Highlights

⚔️ Extremely rare type – only a few known specimens

🛡️ Excellent strike, fine metal, and attractive patina

📜 Authentic coin – lifetime guarantee of authenticity

🏰 A centerpiece for any Carolingian or medieval collection

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