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Denier Bracteate - Otto II ND
| Silver | 0.58 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | Otto II (1184-1205) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1184-1205 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Pfennig |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.58 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#108243 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier Bracteate - Otto II ND (1184-1205) from Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States) is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts a cross, which symbolizes Christianity, while the reverse side features a bracteate, which is a type of ornament that was commonly used in pre-Christian Germanic cultures. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the time period in which the coin was minted.
