© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Denier - Otto II as emperor; Würzburg ND
| Silver | 1.29 g | - |
| Issuer | Holy Roman Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Otto II (967-983) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 973-983 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Pfennig) |
| Currency | Denier (843-1385) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.29 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#350251 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Temple with a pellet in the middle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +S KILIANVS
Unabridged legend: Sanctus Kilianus
Translation: Saint Kilian.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Otto II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor from 967 to 983. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to strengthen the Holy Roman Empire, which was a political entity that existed in Europe during the Middle Ages. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 1.29 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time.
