Denier - Henry II (Mainz mint; two busts) ND (1002-1024) front Denier - Henry II (Mainz mint; two busts) ND (1002-1024) back
Denier - Henry II (Mainz mint; two busts) ND (1002-1024) photo
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Denier - Henry II Mainz mint; two busts ND

 
Silver - -
Description
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
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#350510
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Two crowned facing busts under a crosslet.

Comment

Imitation of a Solidus of emperor Theophilus (see link below).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Henry II (Mainz mint; two busts) ND (1002-1024) from Holy Roman Empire made of Silver is that it features a unique double portrait of King Henry II and his wife, Cunigunde, on opposite sides of the coin. This distinctive design was used to symbolize their unity and partnership in governing the Holy Roman Empire.