Denier Bracteate - Conrad III of Malkos ND
| Silver | 0.65 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Abbey of Fulda (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-abbot | Conrad III of Malkos (Konrad III von Malkos) (1221-1249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1222-1249 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.65 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#108961 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate - Conrad III of Malkos ND (1222-1249) from Abbey of Fulda (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.65 g is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts a cross, which symbolizes Christianity, while the reverse side features a bracteate, a type of ornament that was commonly used in medieval jewelry and coinage, which has a pagan origin. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the time period in which the coin was minted.
