Denier Bracteate - Berno ND (1190-1194) front Denier Bracteate - Berno ND (1190-1194) back
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Denier Bracteate - Berno ND

 
Silver 0.71 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Hildesheim (German States)
Bishop
Berno (1190-1194)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1190-1194
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.71 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#108647
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank.

Comment

Mödesse II 43a

Interesting fact

The Berno ND (1190-1194) Denier Bracteate from the Bishopric of Hildesheim (German States) is a rare example of a coin that was minted during the Middle Ages with a unique feature - it has a hole in the center. This hole was intentionally made during the minting process and was used to thread a cord or string through, allowing the coin to be worn as a pendant or amulet. This feature is known as a "bracteate" and was a common feature in coins during the medieval period.