Denier - Bretislaus III ND
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
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Duke | Bretislaus III (1191-1197) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1191-1192 |
Value | 1 Denier |
Currency | Denier (935-1300) |
Composition | Silver |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | 1210 |
Updated | 2024-10-03 |
Numista | N#130863 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Bretislaus III ND (1191-1192) from Kingdom of Bohemia made of Silver is that it features a unique design element - a stylized depiction of a lion on the obverse side, which was a symbol of the Bohemian royal family. This design element was used during the reign of Bretislaus III, who was known for his military campaigns and expansion of the Bohemian territory. The use of the lion symbol on the coinage of this period was a way to showcase the power and prestige of the Bohemian monarchy.