Denier - Henry of Guelders (Maastricht) ND (1247-1274) front Denier - Henry of Guelders (Maastricht) ND (1247-1274) back
Denier - Henry of Guelders (Maastricht) ND (1247-1274) photo
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Denier - Henry of Guelders Maastricht ND

 
Silver 0.8 g -
Description
Issuer
Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States)
Prince-bishop
Henry of Guelders (1247-1274)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1247-1274
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier (975-1274)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.8 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#334899
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Eagle with wings spread, head turned right, and star on chest.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in the region. The Prince-bishopric of Liege was a powerful and influential state in the Belgian States, and the coinage of Henry of Guelders (Maastricht) reflects the economic and political ties between the various regions and states of the time. The use of silver in the coin's minting also speaks to the value placed on this precious metal during the period.