© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Denier In the name of Louis I ND
| Silver | 1.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Antwerp (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1000-1040 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#331337 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Two pediments back-to-back (top to bottom), between them degenerate lettering, and degenerate legend surrounding
Script: Latin
Comment
On the prototype example (see link below), MONETA is between the pediments, and the legend is ANTWERPENSIS.Elsen estimates the coin was struck near the beginning of the 11th century, perhaps around 1020.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Louis I, who was the Margrave of Antwerp from 1000 to 1040. The coin features an image of Louis I on one side and a cross on the other, which was a common design element for coins during this time period. The use of silver in the coin's composition also indicates that it was a valuable and widely accepted form of currency during the early Middle Ages.