Denier Bracteate - Frederick II ND
Silver | 0.24 g | - |
Issuer | Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States) |
---|---|
Prince elector | Frederick II (Friedrich II) (1440-1471) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1440-1471 |
Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄252) |
Currency | Thaler (1440-1618) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 0.24 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#105905 |
---|---|
Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Blank.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Iron, who was the Margrave of Brandenburg from 1440 to 1471. During his reign, he worked to strengthen the economy and military of Brandenburg, and this coin was likely used as a means of facilitating trade and commerce within the region.