© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
½ Groschen Agnus Dei - Anonymous Neisse ND
| Silver | 1.7 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Breslau (Silesia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1302-1319 |
| Value | ½ Groschen (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#382749 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lamb walking left with head turned right, nimbate and holding cross-tipped staff with banner
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ eCCe ⚜ AGNVS ⚜ DeI
Lettering (regular font): ✠ ECCE ⚜ AGNVS ⚜ DEI
Translation: Behold the Lamb of God
Edge
Plain
Comment
Attributed to the reign of Henry I 1302-1319.Older script, and differences in the bishop's figure compared to other subtype (see link)
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 banner of Christ, representing Jesus as the Lamb of God. This symbolism was commonly used in medieval times to represent the innocence and purity of Christ.
