Denier Bracteate - Henry III of Erthal ND
| Silver | 0.51 g | - |
| Issuer | Abbey of Hersfeld (German States) |
|---|---|
| Abbot | Henry III of Erthal (1252-1254, 1258-1261) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1252-1263 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.51 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#301569 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Henry III of Erthal, who was the Abbot of the Abbey of Hersfeld from 1252 to 1263. The coin features an image of Henry III on one side and the Hersfeld Abbey's coat of arms on the other. This coin is a rare example of a silver denier bracteate minted during the Middle Ages, and its preservation in such good condition is a testament to the skill of the medieval minting process.
