Denier Bracteate ND (1195-1227) front Denier Bracteate ND (1195-1227) back
Denier Bracteate ND (1195-1227) photo
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Denier Bracteate ND

 
Silver 0.58 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Brunswick (Brunswick-Luneburg, German States)
Count
Henry (Heinrich) (1195-1227) Otto (1195-1218) William (1195-1213)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1195-1227
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.58 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#106972
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate ND (1195-1227) from County of Brunswick (Brunswick-Luneburg, German States) made of Silver weighing 0.58 g is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts a cross, which symbolizes the Christian faith, while the reverse side features a image of a bracteate, which is a type of ornament that was popular in pagan cultures of the time. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the region during the 12th and 13th centuries.