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Denier - John XIII and emperor Otto I cross ND
| Silver | 1.40 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | John XIII (Ioannes XIII) (965-972) |
| Emperor | Otto I the Great (Otto I) (962-973) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 965-972 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (772-983) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.40 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#117494 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ OTTONI IMPER
Translation: Emperor Otto.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of religious and political symbols. The cross on the coin represents the Christian faith, while the image of Emperor Otto I represents the secular power of the Holy Roman Empire. This blending of religious and political symbols reflects the complex relationship between the Church and State during the Middle Ages.
