© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Denier Anonymous ND
| Silver | 0.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Abbey of Nivelles (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1041-1070 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#366455 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Short cross with alpha (A) and omega in opposite corners.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S GERTRVDIS VIRGO
Comment
The abbey was granted the right to coin in 1041.Elsen (catalogue Auction 144, March, 2020) notes the similarity in style to the denier of Lambert II (see link) and proposes that this type may also have been struck at the Brussels mint.
Another example, showing some additional lettering in the legends:
