Denier Bracteate - Siegfried II of Eppstein ND
| Silver | 0.53 g | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Siegfried II (1208-1230) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1208-1230 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Pfennig) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.53 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#117174 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Siegfried II of Eppstein denier bracteate is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts Siegfried, the Archbishop of Mainz, in a traditional bishop's mitre and holding a crosier, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a pagan deity, possibly Thor or Odin, holding a hammer. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the time period and highlights the complex relationship between Christianity and paganism in medieval Germany.
