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Denier Bracteate - Adalbert I of Saarbrücken ND
| Silver | 0.98 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Adalbert I (1111-1137) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1111-1137 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Pfennig) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.98 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#294553 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
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Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate - Adalbert I of Saarbrücken ND (1111-1137) from Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.98 g is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts Adalbert I, the Archbishop of Mainz, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a lion, which was a symbol of strength and power in medieval times. This blending of religious and secular symbols reflects the complex cultural and religious landscape of medieval Europe.
