Denier - Otto II of Freising ND (1184-1220) front Denier - Otto II of Freising ND (1184-1220) back
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Denier - Otto II of Freising ND

 
Silver 1.12 g 17.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Freising (German States)
Bishop
Otto II of Berg (Otto II von Berg) (1184-1220)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1184-1220
Value
1 Pfennig
Currency
Pfennig
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.12 g
Diameter
17.6 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#135908
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Winged cherub, star above.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Otto II of Freising ND (1184-1220) from Bishopric of Freising (German States) made of Silver weighing 1.12 g is that it features a unique design, with the obverse side bearing the image of Bishop Otto II, while the reverse side features a cross with four pelicans, symbolizing the four evangelists. This design was a common motif in medieval coinage and is a distinctive feature of this particular coin.