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Billon denier provinois of Henri I or Henri II of France (1152-1180-1197).: CM.130-2019

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Titles

Billon denier provinois of Henri I or Henri II of France (1152-1180-1197).

Maker(s)

Ruler: Henri I or II (1152-1180-1197)
Mint: Provins

Entities

Categories

Notes

History note: Purchased from InAsta (via H. Bustamonte), 18.10.2018, Sale 76, lot 1180.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (2019-01-28) by InAsta

Dating

1152 - 1180

Components of the work

Object composed of billon Diameter 17 mm Die Axis 0 degrees Weight 0.8 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Cross; pellets and stars in angles.

  • Text: +HENRI COMES
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Comb; Y and two upturned crescents above.

  • Text: [CASTRI P]RVVIN[S].
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.130-2019
Primary reference Number: 301716

Audit data

Created: Thursday 5 August 2021 Updated: Thursday 5 August 2021

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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