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Denier Bracteate - Philip IV ND
| Silver | 0.23 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | County of Waldeck (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Philip IV (Philipp IV) (1513-1574) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1513-1574 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄288) |
| Currency | Thaler (1538-1711) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.23 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#322801 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Leschhorn - Mittelalterliche Münzen, HAUM Nr. 609, 610Interesting fact
The Denier Bracteate coin was issued during the reign of Philip IV of Spain, who was also known as Philip II of Austria. He was a member of the House of Habsburg and ruled over a vast empire that included Spain, Austria, and many other territories in Europe and the Americas. The coin was minted in the County of Waldeck, which was a small state within the Holy Roman Empire. Despite its small size, Waldeck played an important role in the region's economy and was known for its high-quality silver mines. The fact that this coin was made of silver and weighs only 0.23 grams suggests that it was a low-denomination coin that was widely used in everyday transactions.