© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
Penning - Bernold Saint Martin ND
| Silver | 0.75 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Utrecht (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Bernold (1027-1054) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1027-1054 |
| Value | Penning (denarius) (⅛) |
| Currency | Groot (1024-1528) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.75 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#369154 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crenellated city wall with city name above in two lines, within inner circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TRA
IECTV
✠ SBERNOLDVS EPISCOPV
Unabridged legend: Bernoldus Episcopus
Translation: Bishop Bernold
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Saint Martin on horseback, sharing his cloak with a beggar. This image has been a popular motif in medieval art and symbolizes the virtue of charity.
