© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Denier - Erlolf de Bergholz ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Abbey of Fulda (German States) |
|---|---|
| Abbot | Erlolf of Bergholz (1114-1122) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1114-1122 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#374432 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross cantoned with the letters FV-L-D-A.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FVLDA
Interesting fact
The Denier coin from the Abbey of Fulda, which was minted during the reign of Erlolf de Bergholz (1114-1122), features a unique design element that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The obverse side of the coin bears an image of a cross, which was a common motif in medieval coinage. However, the cross on this coin is surrounded by a circle of dots, which is a rare feature that is not often seen in coins from this period. This distinctive design element has led some numismatists to speculate that the coin may have been used for a specific purpose or occasion, such as a religious ceremony or festival. Despite its rarity, the coin is still considered a standard circulation coin and is highly sought after by collectors of medieval coins.
