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 Denier - Adalbero IV ND
| Silver | 0.7 g | 16 mm | 
|   Issuer   |  Bishopric of Metz (French States) | 
|---|---|
|   Bishop   |  Adalbero IV (1104-1115) | 
|   Type   |  Standard circulation coin | 
|   Years   |  1104-1115 | 
|   Value   |  1 Denier | 
|   Currency   |  Denier (929-1505) | 
|   Composition   |  Silver | 
|   Weight   |  0.7 g | 
|   Diameter   |  16 mm | 
|   Shape   |  Round (irregular) | 
|   Technique   |  Hammered | 
|   Orientation   |  Variable alignment ↺ | 
|   Demonetized   |  Yes | 
|   Updated   |  2024-10-04 | 
|   Numista   |  N#83058 | 
|---|---|
|   Rarity index   |  100% | 
Reverse
Blessing Saint Stephen bust right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S STEPHANVS
Translation: Saint Stephen.
Comment
Frequent typing weaknesses.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Adalbero IV ND (1104-1115) from Bishopric of Metz (French States) made of Silver weighing 0.7 g is that it was minted during the reign of Adalbero IV, who was the Bishop of Metz from 1104 to 1115. This coin is a rare example of a silver denier minted during this time period, as most coins from this era were made of base metals. The fact that it was made of silver suggests that it was a high-value coin, possibly used for large transactions or as a store of value. Additionally, the coin's design, which features a cross on one side and the bishop's name on the other, reflects the strong influence of the Catholic Church during this time period.