Benevento Solidus - Grimoald III and king Charlemagne, 788 – 792
Information
Country
Benevento
Benevento
Currency
Solidus
(668 – 897)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Solidus - Grimoald III and king Charlemagne
Year
788 – 792
Rulers
Charlemagne (Karolus)
(768–814)
, Grimoald III
(788–806)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.74
Diameter (mm)
22
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Solidus - Grimoald III and king Charlemagne from Benevento. Issued from 788 to 792. Struck in Gold. Measures 22 mm and weighs 3.74 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned, draped, and bearded bust holding cross and surrounded by legend. (Grimoald.)
- Reverse
- Cross on four steps with letter to the left and to the right, all surrounded by legend. (Lord Charles, King. Grimoald. Victory.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | vf | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (788-792) | — | € 4900,00 |
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