Denier Bracteate - Leszek the White (Kraków) ND (1194-1227) front Denier Bracteate - Leszek the White (Kraków) ND (1194-1227) back
Denier Bracteate - Leszek the White (Kraków) ND (1194-1227) photo
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Denier Bracteate - Leszek the White Kraków ND

 
Silver 0.159 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Kraków (Polish States)
Duke
Leszek the White (Leszek Biały) (1194-1227)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1194-1227
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier (1177-1305)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.159 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#353667
Rarity index
95%

Comment

Leszek Biały

Haczewska-Paszkiewicz poz. 5; Garbaczewski 181

Pictures: GNDM

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denier Bracteate - Leszek the White (Kraków) ND (1194-1227) coin is that it features an image of Leszek the White, a prominent Polish prince and duke, on one side, and a cross on the other. This coin was issued during his reign as a way to promote his image and reinforce his authority over the Duchy of Kraków. Despite being a small silver coin, it holds significant historical value and is highly sought after by collectors today.