© Fréd. Alvin, 1893
© Fréd. Alvin, 1893
Denier - Henri V the Blonde ND
| Silver | 0.72 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) |
|---|---|
| Count | Henry V the Blonde (1247-1281) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1247-1281 |
| Currency | Livre Tournois (963-1353) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.72 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#96051 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Small cross patted in the field, surrounded by the legend between two rings of pearls.
Lettering: LVSENBOR
Translation: Luxembourg
Comment
A piece of the highest rarity, only one known copy that was part of the find of Sionvillers (near Nancy) in 1873. Excellent preserved in the cabinet of the medals of Brussels.Serrure, one of the first numismatists to have analyzed this piece, had placed it among the pieces of Henry VI.
It contrasted with the rest of the coins, forged in a completely different model. This error was rectified by M. Alvin, who classifies this coin as Henri V's coin (BV, pp. 38-39)
Source:
- The illustrations on this sheet come from the article by N. M. Fréd. Alvin, published in 1893 in the RBN, vol. XLIX, p. 478
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Henri V, who was also known as "the Blonde" due to his distinctive blonde hair. This coin was part of a series of coins issued by Henri V to promote trade and commerce in the County of Luxembourg, which was a significant economic hub in medieval Europe. Despite being a small coin, it was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time.
