Light Denier - Landfried ND
Silver | 0.35 g | - |
Issuer | Abbey of Kempten (German States) |
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Prince-abbot | Landfried II (1166-1185) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1166-1185 |
Value | 1 Light Denier (½) |
Currency | Denier |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 0.35 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#111836 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Light Denier - Landfried ND (1166-1185) from Abbey of Kempten (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Frederick I, also known as Frederick Barbarossa, who was Holy Roman Emperor from 1155 to 1190. This was a period of significant expansion and urbanization in Europe, and the coin reflects the growing economic power of the Abbey of Kempten and the surrounding region. Despite being a small denomination coin, it was made of silver, indicating the wealth and influence of the Abbey at the time.