Denier - Otto II / Otto III (as emperor; Nivelles) ND (973-1002) front Denier - Otto II / Otto III (as emperor; Nivelles) ND (973-1002) back
Denier - Otto II / Otto III (as emperor; Nivelles) ND (973-1002) photo
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Denier - Otto II / Otto III as emperor; Nivelles ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Holy Roman Empire
Emperor
Otto II (967-983) Otto III (983-1002)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
973-1002
Value
1 Denier (Pfennig)
Currency
Denier (843-1385)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#350221
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Legend in shape of a cross.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
S
NIVIELLA
A

Translation: Nivelles.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Holy Roman Empire. Otto II and Otto III were both emperors during this time, and their reigns were marked by power struggles and conflicts with the Church and other neighboring kingdoms. Despite these challenges, the coinage of the time remained consistent and continued to be minted in silver, as it had been for centuries. This coin is a testament to the resilience and endurance of the Holy Roman Empire during a period of great change and upheaval.