Germany German States Würzburg, Bishopric of
Obol Bracteate - Erlung and his descendant ND (1105-1127) front Obol Bracteate - Erlung and his descendant ND (1105-1127) back
Obol Bracteate - Erlung and his descendant ND (1105-1127) photo
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Obol Bracteate - Erlung and his descendant ND (1105-1127) front Obol Bracteate - Erlung and his descendant ND (1105-1127) back
© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag

Obol Bracteate - Erlung and his descendant ND

 
Silver 0.76 g -
Description
Issuer
 Bishopric of Würzburg (German States)
Bishop
 Erlung (1105-1121)
Type
 Standard circulation coin
Years
 1105-1127
Value
 1 Obol (½)
Currency
 Pfennig
Composition
 Silver
Weight
 0.76 g
Shape
 Round (irregular)
Technique
 Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
 Yes
Updated
 2024-10-05
References
Numista
 N#105999
Rarity index
 100%

Reverse

Bruno monogram with surrounding inscription and between rings and stars.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Obol Bracteate coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts a cross, which represents Christianity, while the reverse side features a bracteate, a type of ornament that was commonly used in pre-Christian Germanic cultures. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious transformations that were taking place in Germany during the 12th century.