Denier Bracteate - Ottokar II ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
|---|---|
| King | Ottokar II (1253-1278) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1260-1278 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Bracteate (1210-1300) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | 1300 |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#133172 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Uniface coin, blank.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier Bracteate - Ottokar II ND (1260-1278) 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 Svemecky" (King of Bohemia). This reflects the cultural and linguistic influences of the time, as Latin was the language of the Church and the ruling elite, while Czech was the language of the common people. This coin is a rare example of a bilingual coin from the Middle Ages and is highly sought after by collectors.