Denier - Gervais ND (1055-1067) front Denier - Gervais ND (1055-1067) back
Denier - Gervais ND (1055-1067) photo
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Denier - Gervais ND

 
Billon 1.33 g -
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Reims (French States)
Archbishop
Gervais (1055-1067)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1055-1067
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Denier
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.33 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#381764
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross with lily and dot in opposite angles.

Script: Latin

Lettering: REMENSIS NUMMUS

Translation: Coinage of Reims.

Interesting fact

The Denier - Gervais ND (1055-1067) coin from the Archbishopric of Reims (French States) was minted during a time of great religious and political significance. The coin features an image of Saint Remi, the patron saint of Reims, on one side, and a cross on the other. This coin was used widely in trade and commerce during the 11th century, and its design was influential in the development of future coinage in the region.