Denarius - Henry II ND (995-1002) front Denarius - Henry II ND (995-1002) back
Denarius - Henry II ND (995-1002) photo
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Denarius - Henry II ND

 
Silver 1.23 g 22.1 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Bavaria (German States)
Duke
Henry IV (Heinrich IV) (995-1004, 1009-1017)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
995-1002
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Pfennig (907-1504)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.23 g
Diameter
22.1 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#185702
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Figurative chapel with roof and cross. VVAI at centre.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SCS RVODVPTVS
XIXI

Translation: Latin: Sanctus Ruodbertus

Edge

Plain

Comment

Henry II, Holy Roman Emperor (AD 995-1002)

#19 in Dr. Franz Streber - "Die ältesten in Salzburg geschlagenen Münzen. Ein Beitrag zur Geschichte des Herzogtums Kärnthen", 2nd edition, 1855.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denarius - Henry II ND (995-1002) from Duchy of Bavaria (German States) made of Silver weighing 1.23 g is that it features a unique design, with the obverse side bearing the image of Henry II, while the reverse side features a cross with four pelicans, symbolizing the four evangelists. This design was specifically chosen to represent the Christian faith and the role of the Holy Roman Emperor in promoting and protecting it.