Denier - Ottokar II ND (1260-1278) front Denier - Ottokar II ND (1260-1278) back
Denier - Ottokar II ND (1260-1278) photo
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Denier - Ottokar II ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Bohemia
King
Ottokar II (1253-1278)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1260-1278
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier (935-1300)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
1300
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#133169
Rarity index
94%

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Ottokar II ND (1260-1278) from Kingdom of Bohemia made of Silver is that it features a unique design element - a stylized representation of the Bohemian lion on the obverse side, which was a symbol of the kingdom's coat of arms. This design was used during the reign of Ottokar II, who was known for his military campaigns and expansion of the kingdom's territories. The use of silver in the coin's composition also signifies the importance of this precious metal in the region's economy during that time.