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Denier - Frederick I Ravensburg ND
| Silver | 0.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Holy Roman Empire |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1152-1190) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1160-1170 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Pfennig) |
| Currency | Denier (843-1385) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#352938 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with curl in each quarter.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Frederick I (Ravensburg) ND (1160-1170) from Holy Roman Empire made of Silver weighing 0.5 g is that it features an image of Emperor Frederick I, also known as Frederick Barbarossa, on one side, and a depiction of a crowned eagle on the other. This coin was minted during Frederick's reign, which lasted from 1155 to 1190, and was used as a means of payment throughout the Holy Roman Empire. Despite its small size, this coin is a significant historical artifact that provides insight into the economic and political systems of medieval Europe.
