1 Obol - Rainald of Dassel ND (1159-1167) front 1 Obol - Rainald of Dassel ND (1159-1167) back
1 Obol - Rainald of Dassel ND (1159-1167) photo
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1 Obol - Rainald of Dassel ND

 
Silver 0.53 g -
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Cologne (German States)
Archbishop
Reinald of Dassel (1159-1167)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1159-1167
Value
1 Obol (½)
Currency
Denier (1000-1350)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.53 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#106901
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Church with three towers and three doors, the middle tower´s roof resembling an umbrella.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Obol coin from the Archbishopric of Cologne is that it features an image of Rainald of Dassel, who was the Archbishop of Cologne from 1159 to 1167. He was known for his role in the political and religious conflicts of his time, and his image on the coin reflects his importance in the history of the region.