Denier - Richard from Cornwall ND (1257-1271) front Denier - Richard from Cornwall ND (1257-1271) back
Denier - Richard from Cornwall ND (1257-1271) photo
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Denier - Richard from Cornwall ND

 
Silver 1.16 g -
Description
Issuer
Holy Roman Empire
King
Richard of Cornwall (1257-1272)
Period
Great Interregnum (1254-1273)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1257-1271
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier (768-1271)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.16 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#105204
Rarity index
97%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Richard from Cornwall ND (1257-1271) from Holy Roman Empire made of Silver weighing 1.16 g is that it was minted during the reign of King Richard, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to strengthen the English monarchy. Despite being made of silver, the coin was not widely accepted in trade due to its low weight and irregular minting practices. As a result, it is now considered a rare collector's item, with some specimens selling for thousands of dollars at auction.