© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
Denier - Henry II Deventer mint; hand ND
| Silver | 1.29 g | - |
| Issuer | Holy Roman Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Henry II (Heinrich II) (1014-1024) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1002-1024 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Pfennig) |
| Currency | Denier (843-1385) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.29 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#350427 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross with pellets in quarters in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DAVENTRIA
Translation: Deventer.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - the hand of God, also known as the "Hand of God" or "Dei Gratia" mintmark, which was used by the Deventer mint during the reign of Henry II. This mintmark is a symbol of the divine right of kings and signifies that the coin was issued with the blessing of the Church. It's a rare and distinctive feature that sets this coin apart from other coins of the time.
