© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Denier - Aribon Erfurt ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Aribo (1021-1031) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1021-1031 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Pfennig) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#374350 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross flanked by four bezants within a grenetis, legend all around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +ERPHESFVRT
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Aribon (Erfurt) ND (1021-1031) coin from the Archbishopric of Mainz is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts a cross, which symbolizes the Christian faith, while the reverse side features a image of a bust of the Roman goddess Libertas, who represents freedom and liberty. This blending of religious and cultural symbols reflects the complex and multifaceted nature of medieval European society.
