Sterling - Henry IV of Oldenburg-Wildeshausen ND (1248-1271) front Sterling - Henry IV of Oldenburg-Wildeshausen ND (1248-1271) back
Sterling - Henry IV of Oldenburg-Wildeshausen ND (1248-1271) photo
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Sterling - Henry IV of Oldenburg-Wildeshausen ND

 
Silver 1.00 g -
Description
Issuer
Lordship of Vlotho (German States)
Count
Henry IV of Oldenburg-Wildeshausen (1248-1271)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1248-1271
Value
1 Sterling = 1 Pfennig
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.00 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#162459
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross with double-ends, in each corner a 5-petaled flower.

Script: Latin

Lettering: +VLOTO(V)(W)E CIVIT'

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Henry IV of Oldenburg-Wildeshausen, who was a powerful lord in the German States during the 13th century. Despite being a small silver coin, it was widely used in trade and commerce throughout the region, and its design featuring the lord's effigy and coat of arms symbolized his authority and influence.