© M. Wolters
© M. Wolters
Bracteat ND
| Copper | 0.42 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Utrecht (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | David of Burgundy (David van Bourgondië) (1457-1494) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1479-1488 |
| Value | 1 Bracteaat = ⅛ Plak = 1⁄96e Stuiver = 1⁄48e Groot |
| Currency | Groot (1024-1528) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.42 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#278486 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Comment
Other references: D.11; FD.8Interesting fact
The Bracteat coin was used as a means of payment during the medieval period in the Bishopric of Utrecht, which is now part of the Netherlands. The coin was made of copper and had a unique design, featuring an image of Saint Martin on horseback, surrounded by a decorative border. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the Bracteat coin played an important role in the local economy and was widely used for everyday transactions. Today, it is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
