© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Denier - Luitpold I and emperor Henry III ND
| Silver | 1.13 g | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Luitpold I (1051-1059) |
| Emperor | Henry III (Heinrich III) (1039-1056) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1051-1056 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Pfennig) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.13 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#350811 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned bust facing in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + HEINRICVS IMP
Translation: Emperor Henry.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of religious and political symbols. On one side, it bears the image of Luitpold I, the Archbishop of Mainz, while on the other side, it features Emperor Henry III. This coin is a rare example of a coin that was issued jointly by a religious leader and a secular ruler, highlighting the complex power dynamics of the time.
