Regensburg Heinrich IV “Temple Type” Denar 995-1002 NGC AU Details

CVC & Collectables presents this scarce “Temple Type” AR Denar, struck in Regensburg under Heinrich IV, Duke of Bavaria (later Holy Roman Emperor Henry II), between 995–1002. Certified NGC AU Details, this example features a powerful architectural motif symbolic of both imperial authority and ecclesiastical power. Coin Highlights: Issuer: Duchy of Bavaria – German States Ruler: Heinrich IV (later Henry II, Holy Roman Emperor) Date Range: 995–1002 (as Duke of Bavaria) Mint: Regensburg Denomination: Denar (Pfennig) Composition: Silver Weight: ~1.00 g Shape: Round (irregular, as struck) Grade: NGC AU Details Reference: Hahn Radas #27h1 Obverse: Central cross with four distinct corner marks: three dots, a wedge, another wedge, and a ring—elements often interpreted as symbolic references to authority or divine guidance. Reverse: Temple or church façade—the iconic “Temple Type” design—symbolizing the Christian foundations of imperial rule. Lettering “SC” (possibly referring to Sancta Ecclesia or Senatus Consulto) appears within the structure. Collectibility: This NGC AU Details specimen is remarkably well-preserved for a coin of its age. The architectural motif remains crisp and well-struck—a rarity for early medieval hammered silver. Highly desirable for collectors of German States coinage, Holy Roman Empire history, or early Christian numismatic art. Find more alike here!