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1 Witten ND
1410 year| Silver | 1.01 g | 18.8 mm |
| Issuer | City of Anklam (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1410 |
| Value | 1 Witten |
| Currency | Witten |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.01 g |
| Diameter | 18.8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#154006 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with fleur de lys in corner.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Interesting fact
The 1 Witten coin from the City of Anklam (German States) made of Silver weighing 1.01g has a unique feature. It has a crescent moon and a star on the obverse side, which symbolizes the Islamic influence on the city during the medieval period. This coin was minted during the reign of Duke Wartislaw VIII of Pomerania, who ruled the city from 1394 to 1415. This coin is a rare example of Islamic-influenced coinage in medieval Europe, making it a valuable piece for collectors and historians.