Poland Polish States Masovia, Duchy of
Denier Bracteate - Leszek of Masovia (Płock) ND (1173-1186) front Denier Bracteate - Leszek of Masovia (Płock) ND (1173-1186) back
Denier Bracteate - Leszek of Masovia (Płock) ND (1173-1186) photo
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Denier Bracteate - Leszek of Masovia (Płock) ND (1173-1186) front Denier Bracteate - Leszek of Masovia (Płock) ND (1173-1186) back
© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.

Denier Bracteate - Leszek of Masovia Płock ND

 
Silver 0.20 g -
Description
Issuer
 Duchy of Masovia (Polish States)
Duke
 Leszek (Leszek Bolesławowic) (1173-1186)
Type
 Standard circulation coin
Years
 1173-1186
Value
 1 Denier
Currency
 Denier (1173-1426)
Composition
 Silver
Weight
 0.20 g
Shape
 Round (irregular)
Technique
 Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
 Yes
Updated
 2024-10-07
References
Numista
 N#139330
Rarity index
 95%

Comment

Str. 75


Leszek Bolesławic = Leszek Bolesławowic = Leszek Mazowiecki


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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate - Leszek of Masovia (Płock) ND (1173-1186) from Duchy of Masovia (Polish States) made of Silver weighing 0.20 g is that it features an image of Leszek, the Duke of Masovia, on one side and a cross on the other. This coin was used as a means of payment and exchange during Leszek's reign and was likely used by merchants and traders in the region. Despite its small size, this coin is a significant piece of history and a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.