Early medieval coinage in the territory of Slovenia
Ž. Šmit|Andrej Šemrov
Silver coins minted in the territory of present Slovenia and neighboring countries Italy Austria between 12th 14th century were analyzed by PIXE. Gold bismuth found as predominant impurities, which allowed distribution into two groups. Coins with Bi impurity from silver that was very likely mined Carinthia diffusion this type towards mints eastern observed. This finding confirms historical hypothesis currency period largely produced for trade east.
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