Denier - Leszek the White (Kraków) ND (1202-1227) front Denier - Leszek the White (Kraków) ND (1202-1227) back
Denier - Leszek the White (Kraków) ND (1202-1227) photo
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Denier - Leszek the White Kraków ND

 
Silver 0.25 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Kraków (Polish States)
Duke
Leszek the White (Leszek Biały) (1194-1227)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1202-1227
Value
Denarius (1)
Currency
Denier (1177-1305)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.25 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#353673
Rarity index
95%

Comment

Leszek Biały / or unknown ruller from beginning of XIII century

H-Cz. 9090 (R6), Kop. 289b (R8), Pełczyska 27, Str. 49c

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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Leszek the White (Kraków) ND (1202-1227) from Duchy of Kraków (Polish States) made of Silver weighing 0.25 g is that it features an image of Leszek the White, who was the Duke of Kraków and Sandomierz from 1202 to 1227. He was a prominent figure in Polish history and is remembered for his military campaigns and his efforts to strengthen the Polish state. The coin's design and the fact that it was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, reflect the importance of Leszek the White and the Duchy of Kraków during this time period.