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Denier - Hartwig of Sponheim ND
| Silver | 0.95 g | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Magdeburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Hartwig of Sponheim (1079-1102) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1079-1102 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.95 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#113151 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two-towered building with large gate.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Hartwig of Sponheim ND (1079-1102) from Archbishopric of Magdeburg (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.95 g is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts Hartwig, the Archbishop of Magdeburg, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a tree, which was a common motif in medieval coinage and symbolized strength and stability. This blending of religious and secular symbols reflects the complex cultural and religious landscape of the German States during the 11th century.
