© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Denier anonyme vierge Marie ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Hildesheim (German States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1022-1044 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#373949 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wall with four turrets.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HILDINESH
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Virgin Mary on one side, which was a common design element for coins during the medieval period. The use of religious imagery on coins was a way for rulers and mint officials to express their devotion to their faith and to promote the idea of divine authority. The image of the Virgin Mary on this coin is particularly notable because it was a popular depiction during the Middle Ages, and it symbolized purity, grace, and protection.
