Hollandse penning van Floris IV, 1222-1234 1222 - 1234

This is a silver coin, or "penning", produced under the rule of Floris IV, Count of Holland from 1222-1234. The coin's design is simple, featuring a stylized representation of a lion on one side and a cross on the other. Measuring just 1.3 cm in diameter, this coin would have been a common form of currency in Holland during the early 13th century. The coin itself is a fine example of medieval numismatics, offering insights into the economic and political landscape of the era.