Denier Bracteate - Mestwin II (Gdańsk) ND (1266-1294) front Denier Bracteate - Mestwin II (Gdańsk) ND (1266-1294) back
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Denier Bracteate - Mestwin II Gdańsk ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of East Pomerania (Polish States)
Duke
Mestwin II (1270-1294)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1266-1294
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier (1217-1308)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#139119
Rarity index
95%

Comment

Mściwój II (Mszczuj II)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate - Mestwin II (Gdańsk) ND (1266-1294) from Duchy of East Pomerania (Polish States) made of Silver is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts a crowned Mestwin II, the Duke of East Pomerania, while the reverse side features a representation of the pagan deity, Swiatowid, who was worshipped by the local Slavic tribes. This blending of religious symbols reflects the complex cultural and religious landscape of medieval Europe.