Denier in the name of Henry V (as emperor; Venice mint; St. Marc bust) (1110-1164) front Denier in the name of Henry V (as emperor; Venice mint; St. Marc bust) (1110-1164) back
Denier in the name of Henry V (as emperor; Venice mint; St. Marc bust) (1110-1164) photo
© Artemide Aste

Denier in the name of Henry V as emperor; Venice mint; St. Marc bust

 
Silver 0.36 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Italy (Carolingian States)
King
Henry V (1098-1125)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1110-1164
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Pound (781-1024)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.36 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#349418
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Stylized bust of St. Marc in a beaded circle, legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ IHRIE[...]

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and classical imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts a bust of Henry V, while the reverse side features an image of St. Mark, the patron saint of Venice, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. This blending of religious and classical themes reflects the cultural and artistic influences of the Carolingian Empire during this time period.