Denier Bracteate - Henry I of Harburg ND (1142-1153) front Denier Bracteate - Henry I of Harburg ND (1142-1153) back
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Denier Bracteate - Henry I of Harburg ND

 
Silver 0.52 g -
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Mainz (German States)
Archbishop
Henry I (Heinrich I) (1142-1153)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1142-1153
Value
1 Denier (Pfennig)
Currency
Denier
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.52 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#107707
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank.

Comment

Slg. Walther 26

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate - Henry I of Harburg ND (1142-1153) from Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.52 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 bust of a pagan deity, possibly a representation of the Roman goddess Venus. This blending of religious imagery reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the time period in which the coin was minted.