Denier Bracteate "Moritzpfennig" - Wichmann of Seeburg ND
| Silver | 0.93 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Magdeburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Wichmann of Seeburg (1152-1192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1152-1170 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.93 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#108741 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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Comment
Suhle 6, Hausw. 182Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Moritzpfennig coin is that it was used as a means of payment in the Archbishopric of Magdeburg during the 12th century, and its design features an image of Saint Maurice, the patron saint of the archdiocese.
