Denier - Potho of Pothenstein ND (1379-1381) front Denier - Potho of Pothenstein ND (1379-1381) back
Denier - Potho of Pothenstein ND (1379-1381) photo
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Denier - Potho of Pothenstein ND

 
Silver 0.87 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Münster (German States)
Prince-bishop
John III Potho of Pothenstein (1379-1381)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1379-1381
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Pfennig
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.87 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#278748
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

St. Paulus

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: MONETA MONS

Lettering (regular font): MONETA MONS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Potho of Pothenstein ND (1379-1381) from Bishopric of Münster (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.87 g is that it features a unique design, with a crowned shield on the obverse and a cross on the reverse, which was a common design element for coins during the Middle Ages.