Light Denier - Henry XII the Lion ND (1156-1180) front Light Denier - Henry XII the Lion ND (1156-1180) back
Light Denier - Henry XII the Lion ND (1156-1180) photo
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Light Denier - Henry XII the Lion ND

 
Silver 1.03 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Bavaria (German States)
Duke
Henry XII the Lion (Heinrich XII der Löwe) (1156-1180)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1156-1180
Value
1 Light Denier (½)
Currency
Pfennig (907-1504)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.03 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#109569
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Standing armored figure turned slightly right holding sword and shield, to the right a lion.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Henry XII the Lion, who was the Duke of Bavaria and Saxony in the 12th century. He was known for his military campaigns and his support of the arts, and his image on the coin reflects his importance in German history.