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

 
Silver 0.82 g 38 mm
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
0.82 g
Diameter
38 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#108254
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank.

Comment

Fd. Gotha 84, Slg. Walther 24

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 0.82 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 Thor or Odin, highlighting the blending of religious beliefs during the medieval period.