Denier - Henry II (Mainz) ND (1002-1024) front Denier - Henry II (Mainz) ND (1002-1024) back
Denier - Henry II (Mainz) ND (1002-1024) photo
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Denier - Henry II Mainz ND

 
Silver 1.14 g 17 mm
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
Weight
1.14 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#184021
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross with dots in corners.

Script: Latin

Lettering: [...]

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Henry II (Mainz) ND (1002-1024) from Holy Roman Empire made of Silver weighing 1.14 g is that it was minted during the reign of Henry II, who was the first Holy Roman Emperor and King of Germany. He ruled from 1002 until his death in 1024 and was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to strengthen the Holy Roman Empire. The coin's design likely reflects the political and cultural influences of the time, and its silver content makes it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.