Denier Bracteate - Marquard of Hallstein ND (1560-1581) front Denier Bracteate - Marquard of Hallstein ND (1560-1581) back
Denier Bracteate - Marquard of Hallstein ND (1560-1581) photo
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Denier Bracteate - Marquard of Hallstein ND

 
Silver 0.28 g 11.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Speyer (German States)
Bishop
Marquard of Hattstein (1560-1581)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1560-1581
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄240)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.28 g
Diameter
11.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#162931
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Blank.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denier Bracteate coin is that it features a unique design element - a small cross pattée (a cross with arms that are narrow at the center and broaden towards the ends) on the obverse (front) side of the coin. This cross is believed to have been added to the design to symbolize the Christian faith and to signify the coin's connection to the Bishopric of Speyer.