Denier Bracteate 1622 front Denier Bracteate 1622 back
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Denier Bracteate

1622 year
Copper 0.62 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Schweinfurt (German States)
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1622
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄288)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Weight
0.62 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round (Bowl shaped)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#325197
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Blank.

Comment

The so-called "Neupfennig" is coined on one side. N stands for new; SM for city coin.
This is a copper bowl coin. 100 of these were re-minted from the original stamp in 1895!

Interesting fact

The Denier Bracteate coin from the City of Schweinfurt (German States) made of Copper weighing 0.62 g is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in 1622, a period marked by the Thirty Years' War, which had a profound impact on trade, commerce, and the economy of many German states, including Schweinfurt. Despite the challenges of this time, the coin still maintains its value and historical significance, making it a fascinating piece for collectors and historians.