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Denier - Boleslaus II the Pious ND
| Silver | 1.22 g | - |
| 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 |
| Weight | 1.22 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | 1210 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#87201 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Chest-high bust right, before it a cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +OMERIZ · RPACA · CI
Edge
Plain
Comment
Boleslaus II. the Pious (Czech Boleslav II. Pobožný) was duke of Bohemia from 967/972 until his death in 999. He is commemorated as a founder of first monastery in Bohemia - St. George's at Prague castle. Moreover, Prague bishopric was established during his rule in 973. He also completed the unification of Bohemia under Přemyslid dynasty by eradicating the rival Slavník dynasty on 28. September 995.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier coin featuring Boleslaus II the Pious is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Kingdom of Bohemia. The coin's production marked a shift towards the use of silver as the primary metal for coinage, rather than the previous use of bartering with goods like cattle and grains. This change in currency helped to facilitate trade and commerce within the kingdom and beyond, contributing to the growth and development of the region.
