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Penning - Godfrey ND
| Silver | 0.65 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Utrecht (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Godfrey of Rhenen (Godfried van Rhenen) (1156-1178) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1156-1178 |
| Value | Penning = denarius (⅛) |
| Currency | Groot (1024-1528) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.65 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#305547 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Short cross pattee, annelet with central dot in each angle of cross
Script: Latin
Lettering: +TR+AI+EC+TV
Unabridged legend: Traiectum
Translation: Utrecht
Interesting fact
The Godfrey ND (1156-1178) Penning from the Bishopric of Utrecht is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It is believed that the coin was minted in small quantities during Godfrey's reign, and many of them have been lost or destroyed over time, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
