Denier - Boleslaus I the Cruel ND (935-972) front Denier - Boleslaus I the Cruel ND (935-972) back
Denier - Boleslaus I the Cruel ND (935-972) photo
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Denier - Boleslaus I the Cruel ND

 
Silver 1.273 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Bohemia
Duke
Boleslaus I the Cruel (935-972)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
935-972
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier (935-1300)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.273 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
1210
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#129149
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Boleslaus I the Cruel ND (935-972) from Kingdom of Bohemia made of Silver weighing 1.273 g is that it was minted during the reign of Boleslaus I, who was also known as Boleslaus the Cruel. He was the Duke of Bohemia from 935 to 972 and was known for his brutal methods of rule, including the execution of his enemies and the confiscation of their property. Despite his controversial reign, he was successful in expanding the Bohemian state and strengthening its economy. The coin itself is a rare and valuable artifact from this time period, providing a glimpse into the economic and political history of the Kingdom of Bohemia during Boleslaus' rule.