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Denier Bracteate - Walter II ND
| Silver | 0.81 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | County of Arnstein (German States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Walther II (1135-1176) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1135-1166 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.81 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#294548 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate - Walter II ND (1135-1166) from County of Arnstein (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.81 g is that it features a unique blend of Romanesque and Gothic architectural styles on its reverse side. The coin's reverse features a depiction of a castle, which is believed to represent the Arnstein Castle, a medieval fortress located in the present-day town of Arnstein in the German state of Lower Saxony. The castle is depicted with a combination of Romanesque and Gothic architectural elements, such as rounded arches and pointed arches, which were characteristic of the transitional period between the two styles in the 12th century. This blend of styles is rare in coinage from this period and makes the coin a valuable piece for collectors and historians interested in medieval art and architecture.
