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Denier Bracteate - Wilbrand of Käfernburg ND
| Silver | 0.68 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Magdeburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Wilbrand of Käfernburg (1235-1254) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1235-1253 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.68 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290058 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate - Wilbrand of Käfernburg ND (1235-1253) from Archbishopric of Magdeburg (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.68 g is that it features a unique blend of religious and secular imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts a cross, symbolizing the Archbishopric's commitment to Christianity, while the reverse side features a bust of Wilbrand of Käfernburg, the Archbishop during whose tenure the coin was minted. This blending of religious and secular elements reflects the complex relationship between the Church and the State in medieval Europe.
