Denier - Albert I ND (1247-1260) front Denier - Albert I ND (1247-1260) back
Denier - Albert I ND (1247-1260) photo
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Denier - Albert I ND

 
Silver 0.93 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Regensburg (German States)
Bishop
Albert I of Pietengau (Albrecht I von Pietengau) (1247-1260)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1247-1260
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.93 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#227914
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Seated Peter with tonsure, the key in the right hand, a fish in the left hand.

Interesting fact

The Albert I Denier coin from the Bishopric of Regensburg (German States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of great change in Europe, particularly in the Holy Roman Empire. Albert I was the King of the Romans from 1236 to 1273, and his reign saw the rise of the Habsburg dynasty, which would go on to shape European history for centuries to come. This coin, made of silver and weighing 0.93 grams, was likely used in everyday transactions during this time and provides a glimpse into the economic and monetary systems of the era.