Episcopal coins of Vic, second half of the 11th century
Episcopal coins of Vic, second half of the 11th century
Numismatic evidence and documentary mentions allow us to trace the transaction activity of the bishops of Vic throughout the period which goes from the 10th century to the beginning of the 14th century. The types used in these transactions are very varied and have in common the predominance of the types of religious iconography. The most emblematic piece of the series, without doubt, is the so-called, already in the documentation of the period, oxen coin. This is one of the best examples of high medieval coinages in Europe, both for its high technical quality as well as the beauty of its design. On the upper face its shows the apostles Saint Peter and Saint Paul who are holding a processional cross, while on the back there appears a man leading a pair of oxen.
Denier, Bishopric of Vic, second half of 11th century