Denier Bracteate - Ottokar II ND (1253-1260) front Denier Bracteate - Ottokar II ND (1253-1260) back
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Denier Bracteate - Ottokar II ND

 
Silver - -
Description
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
References
Numista
N#133126
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Uniface coin, blank.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denier Bracteate - Ottokar II 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 "Kral Sv Vaclav" (King St. Wenceslas), indicating the influence of both the Catholic Church and the local culture on the coin's design. This blend of languages and cultural references reflects the complex history and cultural exchange of the Kingdom of Bohemia during the 13th century.