CAROLINGIANS. Charles (the Fat), as Charles III, king of West Francia, 884-887. Denier (Silver, 21 mm, 1.55 g, 3 h), Melle. ✠CARLVS REX F Cross. Rev. ✠METXVLLO Karolus monogram. M&G 1064. MEC 1, 952. Nicely toned. Struck from somewhat worn dies, otherwise, very fine.

From the collection of Dr. Max Blaschegg (1930-2021, with collector’s ticket), received as a present in June 1950.