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Denier Bracteate - Eberhard II of Waldburg ND
| Silver | 0.38 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Constance (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Eberhard II of Waldburg-Thann (Eberhard II von Waldburg-Thann) (1248-1274) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1248-1274 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.38 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#108567 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate - Eberhard II of Waldburg ND (1248-1274) from Bishopric of Constance (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.38 g is that it features a unique blend of religious and secular imagery. On one side, the coin bears the image of the Bishop of Constance, representing the religious authority of the time, while on the other side, it features the coat of arms of the House of Waldburg, a powerful noble family in the region. This blending of religious and secular symbols reflects the complex power dynamics of medieval Europe, where the church and nobility often held significant influence over the population.
