Denier - Emma ND
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
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Queen | Emma (985-995) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 985-995 |
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#129238 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
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Emma was Bohemian duchess - second wife of Boleslaus II.Interesting fact
The Denier - Emma ND (985-995) coin from the Kingdom of Bohemia was made of silver, but it was also one of the first coins to feature a woman's image on it. Emma, who was the wife of King Boleslaus II, was depicted on the coin, which was a rare occurrence for women to be featured on coins during that time period. This coin is a great example of how women started to gain more prominence in society and were recognized for their contributions.