© Münzen & Medaillen GmbH
© Münzen & Medaillen GmbH
Denier - Henry IV Dortmund mint; facing bust ND
| Silver | 1.07 g | - |
| Issuer | Holy Roman Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Henry IV (Heinrich IV) (1054-1105) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1056-1084 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Pfennig) |
| Currency | Denier (843-1385) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.07 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#126929 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with dots in corners.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +THORTMANNE
Translation: Dortmund.
Comment
Type with beaded end cross© Image courtesy of Münzen & Medaillen GmbH
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 1084. He was known for his efforts to reform the Holy Roman Empire and strengthen the imperial system, which had been weakened by years of internal conflicts and external threats. Despite his efforts, Henry IV faced significant opposition from powerful nobles and was eventually forced to abdicate in 1084. This coin, which bears his image, is a tangible reminder of his reign and the political and social upheavals of that time.
