Denier Bracteate - Leszek the White (Kraków) ND (1202-1227) front Denier Bracteate - Leszek the White (Kraków) ND (1202-1227) back
Denier Bracteate - Leszek the White (Kraków) ND (1202-1227) photo
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Denier Bracteate - Leszek the White Kraków ND

 
Silver 0.12 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Kraków (Polish States)
Duke
Leszek the White (Leszek Biały) (1194-1227)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1202-1227
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier (1177-1305)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.12 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#353665
Rarity index
95%

Comment

Leszek Biały

Haczewska-Paszkiewicz 9
Garbaczewski 183

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denier Bracteate coin featuring Leszek the White is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Poland. Leszek the White was a duke who ruled during a period of political instability and conflict, and the coin's production may have been a way to help finance his military campaigns or other efforts to maintain power. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the resilience of the Polish people.