Denier - Eberhard I (Friesach) ND (1147-1164) front Denier - Eberhard I (Friesach) ND (1147-1164) back
Denier - Eberhard I (Friesach) ND (1147-1164) photo
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Denier - Eberhard I Friesach ND

 
Silver 1.22 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States)
Archbishop
Eberhard I of Hilpolstein-Biburg (Eberhard I von Hilpolstein-Biburg) (1147-1164)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1147-1164
Value
1 Pfennig
Currency
Pfennig (800-1500)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.22 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#95753
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

3 towers over an arch with a line of dots. Above each tower, 4 dots.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Eberhard I, who was the Bishop of Salzburg from 1147 to 1164. This coin is a rare example of a silver denier that was produced during his episcopate, and it features an intricate design that showcases the craftsmanship of the medieval period.