Denier Bracteate - Ottokar II large ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
|---|---|
| King | Ottokar II (1253-1278) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1253-1260 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Bracteate (1210-1300) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | 1300 |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#113525 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Uniface coin, blank.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Diameter of large bracteates is within 40-45 mm range.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier Bracteate - Ottokar II (large) ND (1253-1260) from Kingdom of Bohemia made of Silver is that it features a unique combination of both Latin and Czech inscriptions. The obverse side of the coin bears the Latin inscription "Ottokarus II Dei Gratia Rex" (Ottokar II, King by the grace of God), while the reverse side features the Czech inscription "Wenceslaus II, Duke of Bohemia" (Václav II, Vévoda Čechů). This blend of languages reflects the cultural and political influences of the time, showcasing the multilingual nature of the Kingdom of Bohemia during the 13th century.