Denier Bracteate - Adolphus III ND
| Silver | 0.49 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Holstein-Schaumburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Adolphus III (Adolf III) (1164-1225) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1189-1201 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.49 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#278269 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate - Adolphus III ND (1189-1201) from County of Holstein-Schaumburg (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.49 g is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan elements in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a crowned lion, which is a common symbol of royal power and authority, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a tree, which has been interpreted as a representation of the tree of life or the world tree, a symbol of great significance in pre-Christian Germanic mythology. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the region during the time period in which the coin was minted.