Denier - Louis I ND (1345-1350) front Denier - Louis I ND (1345-1350) back
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Denier - Louis I ND

 
Silver 0.69 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States)
Margrave
Louis I (Ludwig I) (1323-1351)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1345-1350
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Pfennig
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.69 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#374740
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Three small swords or long crosses alternate with three eagle heads arranged as a star.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Louis I ND (1345-1350) from Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.69 g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Louis I, who was the Margrave of Brandenburg from 1323 to 1350. During his reign, Louis I worked to strengthen the economy of Brandenburg and increase its influence in the region. The minting of this coin was likely a part of these efforts, as it helped to standardize currency and facilitate trade throughout the German States.