© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Denier - Henry of Guelders Huy; flowers ND
1249 year| Silver | 0.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Henry of Guelders (1247-1274) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1249 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (975-1274) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#334901 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The perron of Liege flanked by two flowers.
Comment
Obverse and reverse photos are of two different coins to optimize image quality.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Prince-Bishopric of Liège, which was a small state in what is now Belgium. The coin was issued by Henry of Guelders, who was the Prince-Bishop of Liège from 1247 to 1274. During his reign, the Prince-Bishopric faced challenges from neighboring territories and was involved in a series of conflicts, including a war with the County of Flanders. Despite these challenges, the coinage issued during this period, such as the Denier - Henry of Guelders (Huy; flowers) ND (1249), has survived to the present day and is highly sought after by collectors.
