© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Penning - William van Pont Groningen ND
| Silver | 0.7 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Utrecht (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | William I (Willem I) (1054-1076) |
| Emperor | Henry IV (Heinrich IV) (1054-1105) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1054-1076 |
| Value | 1 Penning (⅛) |
| Currency | Groot (1024-1528) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#305540 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned bust of king facing forward
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ HENRICVS RE
Translation: King Henry
Comment
Issued jointly in name of Henry III/IV of GermanyVariants exist.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the Bishopric of Utrecht. William van Pont was the bishop of Utrecht from 1054 to 1076, and during his tenure, he oversaw the construction of many new churches and monasteries, which helped to strengthen the Catholic Church's influence in the region. Despite this, the Bishopric of Utrecht was also facing challenges from external forces, such as the powerful Counts of Holland and the Archbishop of Cologne, who sought to expand their territories and weaken the bishopric's power. This coin, made of silver and weighing 0.7 grams, was likely used in everyday transactions during this time of change and upheaval.
