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Denier Bracteate - Wichmann of Seeburg ND
| Silver | 0.97 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Magdeburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Wichmann of Seeburg (1152-1192) |
| Emperor | Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1152-1190) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1152-1192 |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.97 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#402599 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Reverse design of obverse.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate - Wichmann of Seeburg ND (1152-1192) from Archbishopric of Magdeburg (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.97 g is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan elements in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a cross, which symbolizes Christianity, while the reverse side features a bracteate, which is a type of ornament that was commonly used in pre-Christian Germanic cultures. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the time period in which the coin was minted.
