Denier Bracteate - Anonymous (Sword right; key left and up) ND (1248-1346) front Denier Bracteate - Anonymous (Sword right; key left and up) ND (1248-1346) back
Denier Bracteate - Anonymous (Sword right; key left and up) ND (1248-1346) photo
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Denier Bracteate - Anonymous Sword right; key left and up ND

 
Silver 0.13 g 12 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Dorpat (Livonian Confederation)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1248-1346
Value
1 Hohlpfennig
Currency
Denier (1224-1346)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.13 g
Diameter
12 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#139878
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Uniface (brakteat).

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency in the Livonian Confederation, which was a unique political entity that existed in the 13th-14th centuries and was comprised of various Baltic tribes and bishoprics. The coin's design, featuring a sword and key, symbolizes the power and authority of the Bishopric of Dorpat, which was one of the confederation's member states.