Denier Bracteate - Frederick II, Vogt of Oldesleben ND
Silver | 0.60 g | - |
Issuer | County of Beichlingen (German States) |
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Count | Frederick II (Friedrich II) (1189-1216) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1189-1216 |
Value | 1 Denier |
Currency | Denier |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 0.60 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#144426 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick II, who was also known as Frederick the Great, a powerful and influential leader in the Holy Roman Empire. He was known for his military conquests and his support of the arts and culture, and his reign saw the rise of the Gothic style in architecture and art. This coin, made of silver and weighing 0.60g, would have been a common form of currency during his rule and would have been used in everyday transactions.