Penny / Denier - Albert of Rethel ND (1191-1194) front Penny / Denier - Albert of Rethel ND (1191-1194) back
Penny / Denier - Albert of Rethel ND (1191-1194) photo
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Penny / Denier - Albert of Rethel ND

 
Silver 0.8 g -
Description
Issuer
Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States)
Prince-bishop
Albert of Rethel (1191-1194)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1191-1194
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier (975-1274)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.8 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#307835
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

A sheep on bridge; fish in water below bridge

Lettering: MV TV

Comment

Chestret 132

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Penny / Denier - Albert of Rethel ND (1191-1194) from Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) made of Silver weighing 0.8 g is that it was minted during a time of great political and religious change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Albert of Rethel, who was the Prince-Bishop of Liege from 1191 to 1194. This was a period of significant conflict between the church and secular rulers, and the coin may have been used as a symbol of the Prince-Bishopric's power and influence. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, suggests that it was intended to be a high-quality and long-lasting currency.