Denier - Henri II ND
| Silver | 1.12 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | County of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) |
|---|---|
| Count | Henry II (Heinrich II) (1026-1047) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1026-1047 |
| Value | Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre Tournois (963-1353) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.12 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#129400 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Pentastyle temple with round roof and stairs to the front, surrounded by legend and an outer girdle
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ LV ... nBVRC
Comment
Unique denarius, not without reserve to Henry IIThis piece was formerly in the Félicien de Saulcy collection, first described by P-Charles Robert and attributed at the time to Thierry III of Lorraine. Mr Robert mentioned however that it could also be of Luxembourg origin. The similarity with the deniers emitted in Metz is blatant, the style is similar and it is the same confined cross of globules and the same Carolingian temple. Bernays and Vannerus have again examined this denier and according to them the attribution to the County of Luxembourg can not leave any doubt. (voir BV, pp 20-21)
The sketch of the numista sheet was made on the basis of the plates published by Weiller (The Luxembourgish Coins, 1977), Bernays and Vannerus (Numismatic History of the County and then Duchy of Luxembourg and its fiefs, 1910) and the Numismatic Circle of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg (Catalog of Luxembourgish currencies and those of fiefs from 1026 to 1968, 1970)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Henri II ND (1026-1047) from County of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) made of Silver weighing 1.12 g is that it was minted during the reign of King Henri II of Luxembourg, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to strengthen the Luxembourgish economy. This coin, which was used as a means of payment during that time, is now a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists.
