© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Denier - Henry IV as king; Duisburg mint; palace ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Holy Roman Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Henry IV (Heinrich IV) (1054-1105) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1056-1106 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Pfennig) |
| Currency | Denier (843-1385) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#351400 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Palace in front view behind a wall, below wavy lines suggesting the Rhine.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIVSBVRG
Translation: Duisburg.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Henry IV, who was the Holy Roman Emperor from 1056 to 1106. Henry IV was known for his efforts to reform the Holy Roman Empire and strengthen its central authority, which had weakened in the years prior to his rule. This coin, minted at the Duisburg mint, features an image of Henry IV on one side and a palace on the other, symbolizing his efforts to consolidate power and rebuild the empire. The fact that it was made of silver also speaks to the value and prestige that was placed on this precious metal during that time period.
