Coining it? Carolingian rulers and the Frankish coinage, ca. 750–900
Elina Screen
Abstract The story of the Frankish coinage is generally told from Carolingian rulers' perspective as rise and fall royal control over minting. Increased coin finds have added nuance to this by giving us new understanding circulation use. Recent studies confirm just how effectively Charlemagne Louis Pious controlled coinage, which provided them with both political economic benefits. Between 792/793 840, trade accelerated, empire became increasingly monetised—though use availability coins varied between regions. Tight loosened after when coinages far more variable in quality. Around 880, monopoly on striking was broken. From traders other users, having access an acceptable means exchange important than specifically coins. Trade could did thrive world regional before 750 840. Pious's close empire‐wide 792/793–840, stand out exceptional set against early medieval norm production Francia. article accompanied appendix introducing key resources for numismatics.
History Compass