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Denier - Otto I Augsburg ND
| Silver | 1.18 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Swabia (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Otto I (973-982) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 973-982 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (843-1385) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.18 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#110516 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Stylized church with mintmasters initials within.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AVGVCCIVITAS
ENC
Translation: Augsburg.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Otto I (Augsburg) ND (973-982) from Duchy of Swabia (German States) made of Silver weighing 1.18 g is that it was minted during the reign of Otto I, also known as Otto the Great, who was the King of Germany and Holy Roman Emperor from 962 to 973 and then again from 983 to 984. He was a powerful ruler who played a significant role in the unification of Germany and the expansion of the Holy Roman Empire. The coin's design and minting can be attributed to his efforts to consolidate his power and promote trade and commerce within his territories.
