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Denier - Boleslaus II the Pious ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
|---|---|
| Duke | Boleslaus II (Boleslav II. Pobožný) (967-999) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 967-999 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (935-1300) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | 1210 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#129215 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: ZANTA VIZEG
Translation: Zanta, Vyšehrad
Edge
Plain
Comment
Vyšehrad mint.Zanta was the mintmaster.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Boleslaus II the Pious ND (967-999) from Kingdom of Bohemia made of Silver is that it features a unique combination of Christian and pagan elements in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a cross, which symbolizes Christianity, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a tree, which was a common motif in pre-Christian Slavic mythology. This blending of religious symbols reflects the complex cultural and religious landscape of medieval Bohemia during the reign of Boleslaus II.
