© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Denier anonymous ND
| Silver |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Worms (German States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1050-1100 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig |
| Currency | Pfennig |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#374384 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Standing figure (winged Victory) with long cross.
Comment
Imitation of Anastase's solidus (see link below). Interesting fact
The Bishopric of Worms Denier coin from the 11th century is fascinating because it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. On one side, it depicts a cross, symbolizing Christianity, while on the other, it shows a stylized bird, which was a common motif in pre-Christian Germanic art. This blending of religious symbols highlights the gradual transition from paganism to Christianity during the early Middle Ages.
