Denier Bracteate - Christopher I ND (1488-1527) front Denier Bracteate - Christopher I ND (1488-1527) back
Denier Bracteate - Christopher I ND (1488-1527) photo
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Denier Bracteate - Christopher I ND

 
Silver 0.21 g 13 mm
Description
Issuer
Magraviate of Baden (Baden, German States)
Margrave
Christopher I (Christoph I) (1475-1515)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1488-1527
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄288)
Currency
Guldiner (1112-1535)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.21 g
Diameter
13 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#121547
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Blank.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate - Christopher I ND (1488-1527) from Magraviate of Baden (Baden, German States) made of Silver weighing 0.21 g is that it features a unique blend of medieval and Renaissance elements in its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of Christopher I, the ruler of Baden, while the reverse side features a stylized depiction of a bracteate, a type of medieval coin. This blend of styles reflects the cultural and artistic influences of the time period in which the coin was minted.