Denier with leopard - Edward I ND (1252-1272) front Denier with leopard - Edward I ND (1252-1272) back
Denier with leopard - Edward I ND (1252-1272) photo
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Denier with leopard - Edward I ND

 
Billon 0.84 g 18.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Aquitaine (French States)
Duke
Edward I (1252-1306)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1252-1272
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Livre
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.84 g
Diameter
18.5 mm
Thickness
0.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#222367
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Cross.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ H' REGIS ♣ ANGLIE

Unabridged legend: Henrici Regis Anglie

Translation: ... of Henry, king of England.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a leopard, which was a symbol of courage and strength in medieval times.