© AUREA Numismatika
© AUREA Numismatika
Denier - Borivoj II ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
|---|---|
| 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 | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#93066 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Edge
Plain
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 combination of Christian and pagan elements in its design. On one side, the coin bears the image of Saint George slaying a dragon, a common Christian motif. On the other side, it features a depiction of a tree with four branches, which is believed to represent the four elements of nature (earth, air, fire, and water) and is a symbol commonly associated with pre-Christian Slavic mythology. This blending of religious and cultural influences reflects the complex history and cultural exchange that occurred during the time period in which the coin was minted.
