Denier Bracteate - Eberhard II of Waldburg-Thann ND (1250-1270) front Denier Bracteate - Eberhard II of Waldburg-Thann ND (1250-1270) back
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Denier Bracteate - Eberhard II of Waldburg-Thann ND

 
Silver 0.39 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Constance (German States)
Bishop
Eberhard II of Waldburg-Thann (Eberhard II von Waldburg-Thann) (1248-1274)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1250-1270
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.39 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#112573
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate - Eberhard II of Waldburg-Thann ND (1250-1270) from Bishopric of Constance (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.39 g is that it features a unique blend of religious and secular imagery. On one side, the coin bears the image of Eberhard II, the Count of Waldburg-Thann, while the other side features a cross and a bishop's mitre, representing the Bishopric of Constance. This blending of secular and religious symbols reflects the complex political and religious landscape of the German States during the 13th century.