Denier - Henry III (Vienne) (1038-1056) front Denier - Henry III (Vienne) (1038-1056) back
Denier - Henry III (Vienne) (1038-1056) photo
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Denier - Henry III Vienne

 
Silver 1.15 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Arles (Carolingian States)
King
Henry III (Heinrich III) (1038-1056)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1038-1056
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Pound (933-1366)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.15 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#107411
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Cross pattée in a beaded circle, legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ S° MAVRICIVS

Translation: Saint Mauritius.

Comment

Duplessy attributes this monogram to Henry the Black.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - a cross with curved arms - that sets it apart from other coins of the same era.