Denier - Borivoj II ND
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
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Duke | Borivoj II (1100-1107, 1109-1110, 1118-112) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1100-1110 |
Value | 1 Denier |
Currency | Denier (935-1300) |
Composition | Silver |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | 1210 |
Updated | 2024-10-03 |
Numista | N#130094 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier - Borivoj II ND (1100-1110) coin from the Kingdom of Bohemia is that it features a unique design element - a cross with five pelicans on the reverse side. This design was used to symbolize the five wounds of Christ and was a common motif in medieval art. The use of pelicans in this context is a rare example of the symbolism of self-sacrifice and devotion, as pelicans were believed to feed their young with their own blood. This coin is a valuable piece of history, not only for its age and rarity but also for the story it tells about the cultural and religious beliefs of the time.