© Belremi
© Belremi
200 Korun Death of St. Adalbert
1997 year| Silver (.900) | 13 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Czech Republic |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1993-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 200 Korun 200 CZK = USD 8.72 |
| Currency | Koruna (1993-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 13 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Thickness | 2.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#30231 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 74% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: SV. VOJTĚCH 997-1997
Translation: SAINT ADALBERT 997-1997
Engraver: Ladislav Kozák
Edge
Two types of edge exist: milled and plain
Comment
Saint Adalbert (2. Bishop of Prague) was member of Slavník dynasty, rival to Přemyslid dynasty. He was brother to Sobeslaus Slavník (link leads to his coin). His disputes with Přemyslid prince led to his leave from Bohemian lands into pagan Prussia in search of martyrdom.It is speculated that some of Slavník dynasty denars might have been minted in his name.
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the death of St. Adalbert, a missionary and bishop who played a significant role in spreading Christianity in Central Europe during the 10th century. He was born in the Czech Republic and was later martyred in Prussia (now part of Poland). The coin's design features an image of St. Adalbert and the date of his death, April 23, 997.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 ČM | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 200 Korun (Death of St. Adalbert) 1997 coin.
