© Saive Numismatique
© Saive Numismatique
Denier - Theoderic III of Bar ND
| Silver | 0.76 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Metz (French States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Theoderic III of Bar (1163-1171) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1163-1171 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (929-1505) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.76 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#337794 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with stars in angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ELVGI
Comment
No good explanation of the reverse legend has so far been given. Jules Laurent proposed to read ELECLUS METENSIS MONETA VICI, which was not very convincing and Robert saw in it the name of the Moselle commune of Elvange. But Elevange was from the Duchy of Lorraine, which makes this interpretation rejected.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Theoderic III, who was the last king of the Carolingian dynasty and ruled the Holy Roman Empire from 1163 to 1171. Despite being a standard circulation coin, it was made of silver, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time. Additionally, the coin features an intricate design, including an image of Theoderic III on one side and a cross on the other, which reflects the religious and political significance of the time period.
