Denier Bracteate - Sede Vacante ND (1170-1171) front Denier Bracteate - Sede Vacante ND (1170-1171) back
Denier Bracteate - Sede Vacante ND (1170-1171) photo
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Denier Bracteate - Sede Vacante ND

 
Silver 0.82 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Hildesheim (German States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1170-1171
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.82 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#294552
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Bishopric of Hildesheim. The coin was issued during the Sede Vacante period, which means "empty seat" in Latin, indicating that the bishop's seat was vacant. This period of time was marked by political instability and power struggles within the church, making the coin a unique piece of history.