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Denier - Otto II of Lippe ND
| Silver | 1.31 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Münster (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Otto II, Count of Lippe (1248-1259) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1248-1259 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Pfennig |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.31 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#115394 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Facing bust of Saint Paul.
Lettering: +SANCT PAVL
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Otto II of Lippe ND (1248-1259) from Bishopric of Münster (German States) made of Silver weighing 1.31 g is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts Otto II, the Bishop of Münster, in a traditional bishop's attire, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a pagan deity, possibly a representation of the Norse god Thor. This blending of religious symbols reflects the complex religious landscape of medieval Europe, where Christianity and pagan beliefs coexisted and influenced each other.
