Denier - Otto IV and Otto V ND (1270-1280) front Denier - Otto IV and Otto V ND (1270-1280) back
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Denier - Otto IV and Otto V ND

 
Silver 0.71 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States)
Margrave
Otto IV (1266-1308) Otto V (1267-1298)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1270-1280
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Pfennig
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.71 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#424425
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Helmet to the left in the inner circle

Script: Latin

Lettering: +BRANDEBORG

Translation: BRANDENBURG

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of both Otto IV and Otto V, with the obverse side bearing the image of Otto IV, while the reverse side features Otto V. This coin is a rare example of a coin that was issued during a period of co-rule between two rulers, which was a common practice in medieval Europe.