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Denier - Boleslaus III ND
| Silver | - | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
|---|---|
| Duke | Boleslaus III the Red (999-1002,1003) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 999-1003 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (935-1300) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | 1210 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#129297 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Temple
Script: Latin
Lettering: +BOL[ECBLAVSD]V
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Boleslaus III ND (999-1003) 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 image of a mythical creature, possibly a griffin or a dragon, which is a common motif in pre-Christian Slavic mythology. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious influences of the time period in which the coin was minted.
