Denier Bracteate ND (1350-1360) front Denier Bracteate ND (1350-1360) back
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Denier Bracteate ND

 
Silver 0.28 g -
Description
Issuer
Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States)
Period
Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1350-1360
Value
1 Pfennig = ¼ Witten (1⁄192)
Currency
Mark (1325-1552)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.28 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#109178
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate ND (1350-1360) from Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.28 g is that it features a unique blend of medieval and Renaissance elements in its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of a seated figure of the Virgin Mary, while the reverse side features a depiction of the city's coat of arms, which includes a shield with three towers and a crown. This blend of religious and civic symbols reflects the complex political and cultural landscape of the German States during the 14th century.