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Denier - Hartwig Gittelde ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Magdeburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Hartwig of Sponheim (1079-1102) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1079-1102 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#374204 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Three-tower building.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Hartwig (Gittelde) ND (1079-1102) from Archbishopric of Magdeburg (German States) made of Silver is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts a cross, which symbolizes the Christian faith, while the reverse side features a image of a bird, which was a common motif in pre-Christian Germanic art. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious influences of the time period in which the coin was minted.
