© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Denier - Godfrey III with Henry I ND
| Silver | 0.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Landgrave | Godfrey III (1139-1190) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1183-1184 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Penning) (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Groot (1183-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#366768 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Shield with rampant lion right, LEO in front of face.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LEO
HENRICVS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Godfrey III, who was also known as Godfrey of Louvain, and was the Duke of Brabant from 1142 until his death in 1190. He was a prominent figure in the history of the region and is still remembered today through the issuance of coins like this one.
