Denier - Henry II ND (1279-1299) front Denier - Henry II ND (1279-1299) back
Denier - Henry II ND (1279-1299) photo
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Denier - Henry II ND

 
Silver 0.40 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Vaudemont (French States)
Count
Henry II (1279-1299)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1279-1299
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Livre
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.40 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#215322
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross pattée.

Script: Latin

Lettering: HENRICVS: CO

Translation: Henry, count.

Comment

Imitation of the Denier with horseman of Henry the Blonde, count of Luxembourg (see link).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Henry II, who was the first king of the House of Lancaster and ruled England from 1216 to 1272. He was also known as Henry III of France, and this coin was minted in the County of Vaudemont, which was a part of the French States. Despite being a standard circulation coin, it was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time.