© Kluge
© Kluge
Denier in the name of Empress Helena Worms ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Holy Roman Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Henry III (Heinrich III) (1039-1056) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1039-1056 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Pfennig) |
| Currency | Denier (843-1385) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#350969 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + VVORMATIA
Translation: Worms.
Comment
The obverse is copied from the copper coins of Empress Helena (see link below).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Empress Helena, also known as Helena of Worms, who was the wife of Emperor Conrad II and the mother of Emperor Henry III. She played a significant role in the political and religious affairs of the Holy Roman Empire during her lifetime.
