Denier Bracteate - Frederick II ND (1470-1490) front Denier Bracteate - Frederick II ND (1470-1490) back
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Denier Bracteate - Frederick II ND

 
Silver 0.317 g 16.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States)
Prince elector
Frederick II (Friedrich II) (1440-1471)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1470-1490
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄252)
Currency
Thaler (1440-1618)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.317 g
Diameter
16.6 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#380034
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Reverse incuse of obverse

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denier Bracteate coin is that it was issued during the reign of Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Iron, who was the Margrave of Brandenburg from 1470 to 1490. During his rule, he implemented various reforms and policies that helped to strengthen the economy and increase trade in the region, which may have contributed to the circulation of this coin.