Denier - Otto II and Spitignew ND (1125) front Denier - Otto II and Spitignew ND (1125) back
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Denier - Otto II and Spitignew ND

1125 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Brno (Moravia)
Duke
Otto II (1123-1125)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1125
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier (1054-1197)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
1197
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#130257
Rarity index
100%

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Otto II and Spitignew ND (1125) from Duchy of Brno (Moravia) made of Silver is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan elements in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts Otto II, the Duke of Brno, with a crown and a scepter, while the reverse side features a representation of the pagan deity Spitignew, who was worshipped by the Moravian people. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the region during that time period.