Denier Bracteate ND (1296-1498) front Denier Bracteate ND (1296-1498) back
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Denier Bracteate ND

 
Silver 0.62 g -
Description
Issuer
Brunswick-Luneburg (German States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1296-1498
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.62 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#107121
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate ND (1296-1498) from Brunswick-Luneburg (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.62 g is that it was used as a form of currency in the region during the medieval period. It was a small silver coin that was widely used for everyday transactions, and its design featured the coat of arms of the ruling dynasty, the House of Welf. Despite its small size, the coin played a significant role in the economy of the region and was an important symbol of the power and influence of the ruling family.