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Denier - Leopold VI Vienna ND
| Silver | 0.74 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Austria (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Leopold VI (1198-1230) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1198-1230 |
| Value | Denier (Pfennig) (1) |
| Currency | Pfennig (976-1278) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.74 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#93004 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Eagle with head to the left, circle of stars around.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Leopold VI (1176 – 28 July 1230), known as Leopold the Glorious (der Glorreiche), was the Duke of Styria from 1194 and the Duke of Austria from 1198 to his death in 1230. He was a member of the House of Babenberg.Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Leopold VI, who was the Duke of Austria from 1198 to 1230. He was a member of the House of Babenberg, which was a powerful noble family in Austria and Germany during the Middle Ages. This coin is a rare example of the currency used during his reign and is a valuable piece for collectors of historical coins.
