© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Denier - Gothelo I and emperor Henry III
| Silver | 1.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Lower Lotharingia (Carolingian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Gothelo I (Gozelo I) (1023-1044) |
| Emperor | Henry III (Heinrich III) (1039-1056) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1039-1044 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (959-1190) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#331322 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Diademed bust facing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HEINRICVS RE
Translation: King Henry.
Comment
As Gothelon I reigned 1023-1044 and Henry III reigned 1039-1046, the date is attributed to the overlapping years.Elsen proposes Herstal as the mint.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts Emperor Henry III crowned and holding a scepter, while the reverse side shows a naked warrior, believed to represent the pagan god Mars, holding a spear and shield. This blending of religious and mythological symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the Carolingian States during this time period.
