© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Denier Anonymous/Albert II, bust left ND
| Silver | 1.15 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Namur (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Albert II (1018-1067) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1030-1040 |
| Value | 1 Denier (⅛) |
| Currency | Groot (-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.15 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#366509 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Voided cross with forked tips. Large annelet at center and in each corner.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Europe, particularly in the County of Namur, which was part of the Holy Roman Empire. The coin's minting period, 1030-1040, saw the rise of feudalism and the decline of the Carolingian Empire, which had previously dominated much of Western Europe. The County of Namur was also a significant center of trade and commerce during this time, which likely contributed to the coin's widespread use and circulation. Despite the challenges and upheavals of the time, the coin remains a testament to the enduring power of trade and commerce in shaping the course of human history.
