Denier Bracteate - Elgerus III ND
| Silver | 0.63 g | 41 mm |
| Issuer | County of Hohnstein (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Elger II (1191-1219) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1191-1219 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.63 g |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#108944 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate - Elgerus III ND (1191-1219) from County of Hohnstein (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.63 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 image of a bracteate, which is a type of ornament that was commonly used in pre-Christian Germanic cultures. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the region during the time period in which the coin was minted.