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Denier - Adolphus of Altena ND
| Silver | 1.27 g | 16.4 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Cologne (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Adolphus of Altena (Adolf von Altena) (1193-1205, 1212-1216) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1193-1205 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig |
| Currency | Denier (1000-1350) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.27 g |
| Diameter | 16.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#358994 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cologne monogram
Script: Latin
Lettering:
S
COLONII
A
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Adolphus of Altena ND (1193-1205) from Archbishopric of Cologne (German States) made of Silver weighing 1.27 g is that it features a unique design, with an image of Adolphus of Altena, the Archbishop of Cologne, on one side and a cross on the other. This coin was minted during Adolphus' reign as Archbishop, which lasted from 1193 to 1205, and it was used as a means of currency in the German States during that time.
