Denier - Hermann II ND (1039-1056) front Denier - Hermann II ND (1039-1056) back
Denier - Hermann II ND (1039-1056) photo
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Denier - Hermann II ND

 
Silver 1.6 g 19.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Cologne (German States)
Archbishop
Herman II (1036-1056)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1039-1056
Value
1 Denar = 1 Pfennig
Currency
Denier (1000-1350)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.6 g
Diameter
19.3 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#246377
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Temple

Script: Latin

Lettering: SEACOLONIA

Interesting fact

The Hermann II Denier coin from the Archbishopric of Cologne (German States) is notable for its unique design, which features a depiction of the Archbishop Hermann II himself on one side, and a image of the Virgin Mary and the Child Jesus on the other. This coin was minted during Hermann's reign from 1039-1056 and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists today.