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© CGB
Denier - Reynold of Bar ND
| Silver | 0.5 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Metz (French States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Reginald of Bar (1302-1306) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1308-1315 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (929-1505) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.5 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#334205 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Downward pointing sword dividing legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · EPI NAL
Translation: Epinal.
Comment
The coins of Renaud of Bar imitated the designs of those of Theobald II of the Duchy of Lorraine (see link). A monetary alliance between Theobald and the Bishop of Toul dating to 1307 is known, so perhaps there was a similar alliance with Renaud for the Bihopric of Metz.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Reynold of Bar ND (1308-1315) coin from the Bishopric of Metz (French States) is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material that was commonly used for coins during that time period.
