Denier Bracteate - John I ND (1200-1214) front Denier Bracteate - John I ND (1200-1214) back
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Denier Bracteate - John I ND

 
Silver 0.55 g -
Description
Issuer
Abbey of Hersfeld (German States)
Abbot
John I (Johann I) (1200-1214)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1200-1214
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.55 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#109256
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate - John I ND (1200-1214) from Abbey of Hersfeld (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.55 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 image of a bracteate, which was a type of medieval ornament that was believed to have magical powers. This blending of religious and superstitious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the time period in which the coin was minted.