Denier Bracteate - Conrad II and Henry I ND
| Silver | 0.75 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Hildesheim (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Conrad II of Riesenberg (Konrad II von Riesenberg) (1221-1246) Henry I of Rusteberg (1246-1257) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1240-1260 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.75 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#157311 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of both religious and secular imagery. On one side, it depicts a bishop's head, representing the Bishopric of Hildesheim, while on the other side, it features a portrait of Conrad II and Henry I, the two ruling monarchs of the time. This blending of religious and secular symbols reflects the complex power dynamics of the time, where the church and state coexisted and often overlapped in their spheres of influence.
