Denier - Harvey of Donzy COMЄS ЄRVЄVS ND

Reverse

Cross with star in first quarter and pellet in fourth quarter.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ NIVЄRNIS CIVIT

Unabridged legend: Nivernis civitas

Translation: City of Nevers.

Comment

Pierre de Courtenay, during the minority of his daughter Mahaut, had the custody of the counties of Nevers, Auxerre and Tonnerre. Initially promised to Philippe de Hainaut, she married Hervé de Donzy, by the intervention of Philippe Auguste. In return for this help, Hervé de Donzy gave the county of Gien to the king of France.

This is an automatic translation. The original text is:

Pierre de Courtenay, pendant la minorité de sa fille Mahaut, eut la garde des comtés de Nevers, d'Auxerre et de Tonnerre. D'abord promise à Philippe de Hainaut, elle épousa Hervé de Donzy, par l'intervention de Philippe Auguste. En retour de cette aide, Hervé de Donzy céda au roi de France le comté de Gien.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Harvey of Donzy, who was a prominent figure in the County of Nevers during the 13th century. He was known for his military prowess and his role in the defense of the county against foreign invaders. The coin's design, which includes his image, serves as a testament to his importance in the region's history.

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