© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Denier - Frederick II Nuremberg ND
| Silver | 0.96 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Holy Roman Empire |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick II (1212-1250) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1220-1230 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Pfennig) |
| Currency | Denier (843-1385) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.96 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#108557 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pair of lions, vis-à-vis, each with head facing; below, cross pattée flanked by saltires.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, who was the Holy Roman Emperor from 1220 to 1230. He was known for his military conquests and his support of the arts and sciences, and his reign marked the beginning of the Golden Age of the Holy Roman Empire.
