Denier Bracteate - William II of Hardenberg ND
| Silver | 0.66 g | - |
| Issuer | Abbeys of Werden and Helmstedt (German States) |
|---|---|
| Abbot | William II of Hardenberg (1310-1330) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1310-1330 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.66 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#106880 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate - William II of Hardenberg ND (1310-1330) from Abbeys of Werden and Helmstedt (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.66 g is that it features a unique blend of religious and secular imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts a crowned bust of William II, while the reverse side features a cross with four pelicans, symbolizing the four evangelists. This combination of religious and secular symbols reflects the complex relationship between the church and state during the medieval period.
