Denier in the name of Louis I (Dortmund) ND (1056-1106) front Denier in the name of Louis I (Dortmund) ND (1056-1106) back
Denier in the name of Louis I (Dortmund) ND (1056-1106) photo
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Denier in the name of Louis I Dortmund ND

 
Silver 1.14 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Holy Roman Empire
Emperor
Henry IV (Heinrich IV) (1054-1105)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1056-1106
Value
1 Denier (Pfennig)
Currency
Denier (843-1385)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.14 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#351590
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross with four stars in quarters, legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: + LVDOVVICVS MP

Translation: Emperor Louis.

Comment

There are varieties in engraving and legends.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Louis I, also known as Louis the Outlaw, who was the King of the Holy Roman Empire from 1056 to 1106. Despite his nickname, Louis I was known for his efforts to reform the empire and strengthen its economy, which included the minting of coins like this denier.