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Denier - James of Lorraine ND
| Silver | 0.74 g | 15.08 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Metz (French States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Jacob of Lorraine (1239-1260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1240-1260 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (929-1505) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.74 g |
| Diameter | 15.08 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#83870 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Cross patty with 2 crescent moons and 2 stars alterning between the branches.
Script: Latin
Lettering: METEnSIS
Translation: Metz.
Comment
Obverse lettering varieties exist.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - James of Lorraine ND (1240-1260) from Bishopric of Metz (French States) made of Silver weighing 0.74 g is that it features a unique design, with an image of a bishop on one side and a cross on the other, which was a common design element for coins during the medieval period.
