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© CGB
Denier - Adhemar of Monteil Metz ND
| Silver | 0.7 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Metz (French States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Ademar of Monteil (1327-1361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1327-1361 |
| 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#83084 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross patty with 2 crescent moons and 2 stars alterning between the branches.
Script: Latin
Lettering: METENSIS
Translation: Metz.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Adhemar of Monteil, who was the Bishop of Metz from 1327 to 1361. During his episcopacy, he was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and for his support of the arts. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 0.7 grams, which was a relatively small weight for a coin at that time.
