Denier Bracteate - Frederick I (Altenburg) ND (1152-1190) front Denier Bracteate - Frederick I (Altenburg) ND (1152-1190) back
Denier Bracteate - Frederick I (Altenburg) ND (1152-1190) photo
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Denier Bracteate - Frederick I Altenburg ND

 
Silver 0.9 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Holy Roman Empire
King
Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1152-1190)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1152-1190
Value
1 Denier (Pfennig)
Currency
Denier (843-1385)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.9 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#294545
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank.

Interesting fact

The Denier Bracteate coin was issued during the reign of Frederick I, also known as Frederick Barbarossa, who was the Holy Roman Emperor from 1155 to 1190. The coin features an image of Frederick I on one side and a cross on the other. It's interesting to note that this coin was issued during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe, with the Holy Roman Empire facing challenges from rival powers and the Crusades taking place. Despite these challenges, the Denier Bracteate coin remained a widely used and valued form of currency throughout the empire.