© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Denaro - Volker of Ellenbrechtskirchen Temple ND
| Silver | 1.25 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Patriarchate of Aquileia (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Patriarch | Wolfger of Erla (Wolfger von Erla) (1204-1218) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1204-1218 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Soldo |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.25 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (scyphate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#325487 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Forward-facing figure of patriarch dividing legend, enthroned and wearing miter, holding cross in right hand and book in left, within inner circle
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ VOLF KЄR · P ·
Translation: Volker, Patriarch
Comment
Variants exist.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Volker of Ellenbrechtskirchen, who was the Patriarch of Aquileia from 1204 to 1218. The Patriarchate of Aquileia was a powerful ecclesiastical state in the Italian States during the Middle Ages, and the coinage minted during this period reflects the political and economic influence of the Patriarchate. The fact that this coin was made of silver and weighs 1.25 grams suggests that it was a significant denomination and was likely used for large transactions or as a store of value.
