© Salon Numizmatyczny Mateusz Wójcicki
© Salon Numizmatyczny Mateusz Wójcicki
½ Groschen Agnus Dei - Anonymous Neisse ND
| Silver | 1.6 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Breslau (Silesia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1302-1319 |
| Value | ½ Groschen (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#382746 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lamb walking left with head turned right, nimbate and holding cross-tipped staff with banner
Script: Latin
Lettering: + ECI EST AGNVS DEI
Translation: Behold the Lamb of God
Edge
Plain
Comment
Attributed to the reign of Henry I 1302-1319.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Agnus Dei, which is a symbol of a lamb carrying the flag of Christ, representing Jesus as the Lamb of God. This image was commonly used on coins during the Middle Ages and was believed to bring good luck and protection to the bearer.
