Denier parisis - Henry II ND (1220-1240) front Denier parisis - Henry II ND (1220-1240) back
Denier parisis - Henry II ND (1220-1240) photo
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Denier parisis - Henry II ND

 
Silver 0.98 g 19.5 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Bar (Bar, French States)
Count
Henry II (1214-1239)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1220-1240
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Livre
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.98 g
Diameter
19.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#332963
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Two adjoining bass; above a six-pointed wheel.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ BARRI: DUCIS

Translation: Of Bar-le-Duc.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denier parisis - Henry II ND (1220-1240) coin from County of Bar (Bar, French States) is that it was minted during the reign of King Henry II of France, who was also known as Henry the Great. He was a powerful king who ruled France for over 30 years and was known for his military conquests and administrative reforms. The coin's design, which features an image of the king on one side and a cross on the other, reflects the influence of the Catholic Church during this time period. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver and weighs 0.98 grams suggests that it was a valuable and widely used coin during its time.