Denier - Emma ND (985-995) front Denier - Emma ND (985-995) back
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Denier - Emma ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Bohemia
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
References
Numista
N#129238
Rarity index
100%

Edge

Plain

Comment

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.