Denier Bracteate - Ottokar II medium ND
| Silver |
| Issuer | Unified Moravia and Margraviate |
|---|---|
| King | Ottokar II (1253-1278) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1270-1278 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Margraviate Bracteates (1253-1300) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#115691 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Uniface coin, blank.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Medium-sized bracteates have diameter between 27-32 mm.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier Bracteate - Ottokar II (medium) ND (1270-1278) coin is that it features a unique blend of Romanesque and Gothic styles in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a crowned king, believed to be Ottokar II, with a scepter in his right hand and a globe in his left. The reverse side features a cross with three pelicans, symbolizing the three persons of the Holy Trinity, and a lion passant, representing the Moravian margraviate. The use of both Romanesque and Gothic elements in the coin's design reflects the cultural and artistic influences of the time and adds to its historical significance.
