© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Penning - William van Pont ND
| Silver | 0.65 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Utrecht (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | William I (Willem I) (1054-1076) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1054-1076 |
| Value | 1 Penning (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#368673 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lettering above city walls, within inner circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TRAIECTVM
V
ECT
Translation: Utrecht
Comment
Many variants of legends exist.This coin was also imitated by Floris I of Holland (see link).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of William van Pont, who was the Bishop of Utrecht from 1054 to 1076. This coin is a rare example of a silver penning from the Bishopric of Utrecht during this time period, and its weight of 0.65 grams makes it a unique piece among other coins of its kind.
