Light Denier - Conrad II of Sternberg ND (1171-1192) front Light Denier - Conrad II of Sternberg ND (1171-1192) back
Light Denier - Conrad II of Sternberg ND (1171-1192) photo
© Numismatik Lanz Auctions

Light Denier - Conrad II of Sternberg ND

 
Silver 0.6 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Worms (German States)
Bishop
Conrad II of Sternberg (Konrad II von Sternberg) (1171-1192)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1171-1192
Value
1 Dünnpfennig = ½ Pfennig
Currency
Pfennig
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.6 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#129762
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross with figures in corners.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Light Denier coin of Conrad II of Sternberg is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in the German States. The coin was issued during the reign of Conrad II, who was the Bishop of Worms from 1171 to 1192. This period saw the rise of the Holy Roman Empire, which had a significant impact on the political and economic landscape of Europe. The coin's silver content and relatively low weight also reflect the economic conditions of the time, as silver was a valuable and widely used metal for coinage.