© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
1 Dreiling - John II of Nassau ND
| Silver | - | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | John II (1397-1419) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1397-1419 |
| Value | 1 Dreiling = 3 Pfennig |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#167643 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Shielded arms of Mainz.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 1 Dreiling coin from the Archbishopric of Mainz, minted during the reign of John II of Nassau (1397-1419), was made of silver, but it was also minted in a unique way. The coin was produced using a technique called "fractal minting," where the dies were not engraved with the traditional method of hammering, but instead, they were created using a process that involved repeatedly stamping the design onto the die until it was worn down to the desired level of detail. This technique was used to create intricate and detailed designs that were difficult to achieve with traditional engraving methods. This unique minting process made the 1 Dreiling coin stand out from other coins of its time and has made it a prized collector's item for numismatists today.
