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Denier - Pons and king Henry I ND
| Silver | 1.37 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | County of Toulouse (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Pons (1037-1060) |
| King | Henry I (Henri Ier) (1031-1060) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1037-1060 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.37 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#381075 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
REX shaping a triangle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✠ ΛIΛHRGO
REX
Unabridged legend: Enricus Rex
Translation: King Henry.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Henry I of France, who was known for his military conquests and his efforts to strengthen the French monarchy. This coin, which was minted in the County of Toulouse, is a rare example of a silver denier from this time period and region, and its preservation in such good condition is a testament to the skill of the medieval minting process.
