Denier - Immobilization in the name of Otto III (Soest) ND (1050-1100) front Denier - Immobilization in the name of Otto III (Soest) ND (1050-1100) back
Denier - Immobilization in the name of Otto III (Soest) ND (1050-1100) photo
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Denier - Immobilization in the name of Otto III Soest ND

 
Silver 1.13 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Holy Roman Empire
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1050-1100
Value
1 Denier (Pfennig)
Currency
Denier (843-1385)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.13 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#136361
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Inscription with the name of cologne.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
S
COLONII
A

Translation: Cologne.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Otto III, who was the Holy Roman Emperor from 983 to 1002. Despite being the ruler of the Holy Roman Empire, Otto III was only a child when he ascended to the throne, and his reign was marked by a regency period where his mother, Theophanu, acted as regent on his behalf. This coin was likely minted during this regency period, and its design and production may have been overseen by Theophanu or her representatives.