© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Denier - Henry II Thuin ND
| Silver | 1.24 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 | 1.24 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#350305 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Beaded hollow cross with legend in quarters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TVINVM
Translation: Thuin.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Henry II (Thuin) ND (1002-1024) from Holy Roman Empire made of Silver weighing 1.24 g is that it was minted during the reign of Henry II, who was the first Holy Roman Emperor and King of Germany. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to strengthen the Holy Roman Empire, which had been weakened by internal conflicts and external threats. The coin's design, featuring Henry II's name and title, reflects his efforts to assert his authority and legitimacy as a ruler.
