Denier - Henry I (Strasbourg) (919-936) front Denier - Henry I (Strasbourg) (919-936) back
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Denier - Henry I Strasbourg

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of East Francia (Carolingian Empire)
King
Henry I (Heinrich I) (919-936)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
919-936
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Pound (840-962)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#350180
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Legend in two lines.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ARGENTI
NA CIVITAS

Translation: City of Strasbourg.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Henry I (Strasbourg) (919-936) from Kingdom of East Francia (Carolingian Empire) made of Silver is that it was minted during the reign of Henry I, also known as Henry the Fowler, who was the King of East Francia from 919 to 936. He was known for his military campaigns against the Magyars and his efforts to unify the various German tribes under his rule. The coin features an image of Henry I on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing his role as a Christian king. The use of silver in the coin's minting was a significant departure from the previous bronze coins, as it reflected the growing influence of the Carolingian Empire and its increased economic power.