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Denier - Harvey of Donzy ЄRVIS CONS ND
| Billon | 1.07 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | County of Nevers (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Harvey IV of Donzy (1199-1222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1199-1223 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.07 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#105947 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Sickle with lily below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ NIVERS CIS
Unabridged legend: Nivernis Civitas
Translation: City of Nevers.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of King Louis VIII of France, who reigned from 1199 to 1223. This coin is a rare example of a denier coin issued during his reign, and it features an image of Harvey of Donzy, a prominent nobleman from the County of Nevers in central France. The coin's design and inscription reflect the political and economic influences of the time, and it provides a unique window into the history of medieval France.
