© CGB
© CGB
Denier - Henry of Lorraine ND
| Silver | 1.03 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Toul (French States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Henry of Lorraine (1126-1165) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1126-1165 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.03 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#331667 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cathedral facade topped with a cross, confined by two towers, and presenting at its base three arched doors; a sun or a star between the two towers.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VRBS TVLLI
Translation: City of Toul.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Henry of Lorraine, who was the Bishop of Toul from 1126 to 1165. This coin is a rare example of a silver denier that was produced during his episcopacy, and it is considered a valuable collector's item among numismatists today.
