Denier Bracteate - Albert IV of Brandenburg
| Silver | 0.28 g | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Magdeburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Albert of Brandenburg (Albrecht von Brandenburg) (1513-1545) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1519-1521 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄288) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.28 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#221282 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Albert IV of Brandenburg Denier Bracteate coin is that it features a unique blend of religious and secular imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts a crowned bust of Albert IV, while the reverse side features a representation of the Virgin Mary and the Christ child, surrounded by angels and a decorative border. This blending of religious and secular themes reflects the complex political and religious landscape of the German States during the early 16th century.
