Denier Bracteate - Mieszko III the Old (Gniezno or Kalisz) ND (1138-1202) front Denier Bracteate - Mieszko III the Old (Gniezno or Kalisz) ND (1138-1202) back
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Denier Bracteate - Mieszko III the Old Gniezno or Kalisz ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Greater Poland (Polish States)
Duke
Mieszko III the Old (Mieszko III Stary) (1138-1202)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1138-1202
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier (1138-1303)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#139161
Rarity index
95%

Comment

Mieszko III Stary

Mint: Gniezno or Kalisz

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier Bracteate - Mieszko III the Old (Gniezno or Kalisz) ND (1138-1202) from Duchy of Greater Poland (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 cross, which symbolizes the Christian faith, while the reverse side features a image of a pagan deity, possibly the Slavic god Swiatowit, who was worshipped in the region during that time period. This blending of religious imagery reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the Duchy of Greater Poland during the 12th century.