Denier Bracteate ND
| Silver | 0.59 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Brunswick (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1296-1300 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Pfennig) |
| Currency | Denier (1296-1498) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.59 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#107123 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Denicke 292Interesting fact
The Denier Bracteate coin from the City of Brunswick (German States) was minted during the reign of Duke Albert II of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel, who ruled from 1296 to 1300. The coin features a unique design, with a crowned lion on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the duke's power and the Christian faith. Despite its small size, the coin was an important part of the local economy and was used for everyday transactions in the region.