Denier Bracteate - Henry of Tanne ND (1233-1248) front Denier Bracteate - Henry of Tanne ND (1233-1248) back
Denier Bracteate - Henry of Tanne ND (1233-1248) photo
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Denier Bracteate - Henry of Tanne ND

 
Silver 0.44 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Constance (German States)
Bishop
Henry of Tanne (Heinrich von Tanne) (1233-1248)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1233-1248
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.44 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#108568
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate - Henry of Tanne ND (1233-1248) from Bishopric of Constance (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.44 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 bracteate, a type of ornament that was popular in medieval Europe, which has a pagan origin. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the time period in which the coin was minted.