© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Denier - Steven of Lunéville and king Otto III ND
| Silver | 0.81 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Toul (French States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Stephen of Lunéville (994-995) |
| Emperor | Otto III (996-1002) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 994-995 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.81 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#331665 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross with pellets in each quarter, within a beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ OTTO REX
Translation: Otto, king.
Comment
Only 7 known examples.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare combination of two rulers, Steven of Lunéville and King Otto III, on the same coin. This suggests that the coin may have been minted during a time of political alliance or cooperation between the two leaders. Additionally, the fact that it is made of silver and weighs 0.81g indicates that it was a valuable and significant coin during its time.
