Denier Bracteate - Henry the Lion ND (1142-1195) front Denier Bracteate - Henry the Lion ND (1142-1195) back
Denier Bracteate - Henry the Lion ND (1142-1195) photo
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Denier Bracteate - Henry the Lion ND

 
Silver 0.87 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Brunswick (Brunswick-Luneburg, German States)
Count
Henry the Lion (1142-1195)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1142-1195
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.87 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#106658
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank.

Comment

Fiala 26

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate - Henry the Lion ND (1142-1195) from County of Brunswick (Brunswick-Luneburg, German States) made of Silver weighing 0.87 g is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan elements in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts Henry the Lion, the Duke of Saxony and Bavaria, while the reverse side features a representation of the pagan goddess Freyja, highlighting the cultural and religious influences of the time.