Denier - Henry III (Speyer mint; boat) ND (1039-1056) front Denier - Henry III (Speyer mint; boat) ND (1039-1056) back
Denier - Henry III (Speyer mint; boat) ND (1039-1056) photo
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Denier - Henry III Speyer mint; boat ND

 
Silver 0.76 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Holy Roman Empire
Emperor
Henry III (Heinrich III) (1039-1056)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1039-1056
Value
1 Denier (Pfennig)
Currency
Denier (843-1385)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.76 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#350954
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Boat with three rows of oars, legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: + NEMETIS CIVITAS

Translation: City of Speyer.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - a boat - which is not commonly seen on coins from the Holy Roman Empire. This suggests that the mint at Speyer may have had a special connection to maritime trade or navigation. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's composition adds to its value and historical significance.