Denier Bracteate - Otto V 1538-1562 (1538-1568) front Denier Bracteate - Otto V 1538-1562 (1538-1568) back
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Denier Bracteate - Otto V

 
Silver - 15.5 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg (German States)
Count
Otto IV (1531-1576)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1538-1562 (1538-1568)
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄252)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Diameter
15.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#137111
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate - Otto V 1538-1562 (1538-1568) from County of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg (German States) made of Silver is that it features a unique blend of Gothic and Renaissance styles in its design. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of Otto V, Count of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg, dressed in elaborate Gothic attire, while the reverse side features a stylized Renaissance-inspired shield with the county's coat of arms. This blend of styles reflects the cultural and artistic influences of the time period in which the coin was minted.