Denier Bracteate - Albert I ND (1252-1279) front Denier Bracteate - Albert I ND (1252-1279) back
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Denier Bracteate - Albert I ND

 
Silver 0.75 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Duke
Albert I (Albrecht I) (1252-1269)
Prince
Albert I (Albrecht I) (1269-1279)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1252-1279
Value
1 Denier
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.75 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#107096
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate - Albert I ND (1252-1279) from Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.75 g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Albert I, who was a member of the House of Welf, a powerful noble family that ruled the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel. This coin was used as a means of exchange and commerce during a period of growth and development in the region, and its silver content made it a valuable and reliable form of currency.