Denier - Frederick II and successors (Eger) ND (1220-1300) front Denier - Frederick II and successors (Eger) ND (1220-1300) back
Denier - Frederick II and successors (Eger) ND (1220-1300) photo
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Denier - Frederick II and successors Eger ND

 
Silver (.700) 0.93 g -
Description
Issuer
Holy Roman Empire
King
Frederick II (1212-1250) Rudolph I (Rudolf I) (1273-1291) Adolf of Nassau (1292-1298)
Period
Great Interregnum (1254-1273)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1220-1300
Value
1 Denier (Pfennig)
Currency
Denier (843-1385)
Composition
Silver (.700)
Weight
0.93 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#107639
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Lilly cross, small dot in center surrounding alternately a large lilly or a arch with small cross.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, who was the Holy Roman Emperor from 1220 to 1250. He was known for his military conquests and his efforts to centralize power and establish a strong, centralized government. This coin, which was minted during his reign, is a reflection of the economic and political systems of the time and provides a glimpse into the currency and trade practices of the Holy Roman Empire during this period.