© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Penny / Denier - Rudolph of Zaeringen, in Emperor's name Maastricht, key ND
| Silver | 0.85 g |
| Issuer | Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Rudolf of Zähringen (1167-1191) |
| Emperor | Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1152-1190) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1167-1190 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (975-1274) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.85 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#307781 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large episcopal key in quadrilobe, lilies in exterior angles
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CLA
VIS
Translation: Key
Comment
Chestret 129Rudolph was enlisted by Frederick Barbarossa to raise funds for the third crusade, and then accompanied Frederick's army on this crusade, leaving in 1189. Frederick died in Turkey on the way to Jerusalem in 1190, and much of his army disbanded and returned home. Rudolph died in Germany in 1191 while on his way back from the crusade.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Rudolph of Zaeringen, who was the Prince-Bishop of Liege from 1167 to 1190. This coin is a rare example of a silver denier minted during his reign, and it features the image of a key on one side, which was a symbol of the Prince-Bishopric of Liege. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a valuable piece for collectors of ancient coins.
