Denier Bracteate - Henry II of Klingenberg and Nicholas of Frauenfeld ND (1295-1335) front Denier Bracteate - Henry II of Klingenberg and Nicholas of Frauenfeld ND (1295-1335) back
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Denier Bracteate - Henry II of Klingenberg and Nicholas of Frauenfeld ND

 
Silver 0.36 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Constance (German States)
Bishop
Henry II of Klingenberg (Heinrich II von Klingenberg) (1293-1306) Gerhard of Bevar (Gerhard von Bevar) (1307-1318) Rudolph of Montfort (Rudolf von Montfort) (1322-1334) Nicholas of Frauenfeld (Nikolaus von Frauenfeld) (1334-1344)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1295-1335
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.36 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#112587
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of religious and secular imagery. On one side, it depicts the bishop's mitre and crozier, symbolizing the religious authority of the Bishopric of Constance. On the other side, it features the coat of arms of Henry II of Klingenberg and Nicholas of Frauenfeld, representing the secular power of the ruling dynasty. This blend of religious and secular imagery reflects the complex relationship between the church and state in medieval Europe.