Denier Bracteate - Philip I ND (1526-1551) front Denier Bracteate - Philip I ND (1526-1551) back
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Denier Bracteate - Philip I ND

 
Silver 0.24 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Grubenhagen (German States)
Prince
Philip I (1526-1551)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1526-1551
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄288)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.24 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#200684
Rarity index
100%

Interesting fact

The Denier Bracteate coin was issued during the reign of Philip I of Brunswick-Grubenhagen, who was a member of the House of Welf, a powerful noble family in Germany. The coin's design features a crowned bust of Philip I on one side and a cross fleury on the other, which was a common motif in medieval coinage. What's interesting is that this coin was issued during a time of great economic and political change in Europe, as the Renaissance and the Protestant Reformation were both taking place during Philip's reign. This coin is a small but fascinating piece of history that provides a glimpse into the economic and cultural developments of that time.