Denier - Henry of Leuven ND (1282-1285) front Denier - Henry of Leuven ND (1282-1285) back
Denier - Henry of Leuven ND (1282-1285) photo
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Denier - Henry of Leuven ND

 
Silver 0.4 g -
Description
Issuer
Lordship of Herstal (Belgian States)
Lord
Henry of Louvain-Gaesbeek (Hendrik van Leuven-Gaesbeek) (1254-1285)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1282-1285
Value
1 Denier (Penning) (1⁄12)
Currency
Groot (-1506)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.4 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#309677
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Long cross pattée with letters in the angles.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: h A R S

Lettering (regular font): H A R S

Unabridged legend: Harsstal

Translation: Herstal.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Henry of Leuven ND (1282-1285) from Lordship of Herstal (Belgian States) made of Silver weighing 0.4 g is that it features a unique design, with a crowned bust of Henry of Leuven on one side and a cross fleury on the other. This design was used during his reign as the Lord of Herstal, and it symbolizes his power and influence in the region.