Denier - Matthew I ND (1139-1176) front Denier - Matthew I ND (1139-1176) back
Denier - Matthew I ND (1139-1176) photo
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Denier - Matthew I ND

 
Silver 0.9 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Lorraine (French States)
Duke
Matthias I (1139-1176)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1139-1176
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Pound
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.9 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#318423
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Short cross with alternating pellets and crescents in angles.
Legend starts with a circle containing a star.

Script: Latin

Lettering: NOVOCASTRI

Translation: Neufchâteau.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Matthew I ND (1139-1176) from Duchy of Lorraine (French States) made of Silver weighing 0.9 g is that it was minted during the reign of Matthew I, who was the Duke of Lorraine from 1139 to 1176. This coin was used as a means of payment and exchange during his rule, and it features an image of the Duke on one side and a cross on the other. The use of silver in the coin's minting was a significant choice, as it was a valuable and durable metal that was widely accepted as a medium of exchange at the time.