Denier Bracteate - John Philip of Schönborn ND (1647-1673) front Denier Bracteate - John Philip of Schönborn ND (1647-1673) back
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Denier Bracteate - John Philip of Schönborn ND

 
Silver 0.16 g -
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Mainz (German States)
Prince-archbishop
John Philip of Schönborn (1647-1673)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1647-1673
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄288)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.16 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#141076
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Holy Roman Empire. The Thirty Years War had recently ended, and the empire was still reeling from the devastation. Despite this, the Archbishopric of Mainz was able to continue minting coins, such as this Denier Bracteate, which was used as a means of exchange among the people. This coin's existence is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of the time.