Denier - Sobeslaus I ND (1125) front Denier - Sobeslaus I ND (1125) back
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Denier - Sobeslaus I ND

1125 year
Silver 0.8 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Bohemia
Duke
Sobeslaus I (1125-1140)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1125
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier (935-1300)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.8 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
1210
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#130657
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Edge

Plain

Comment

Sobeslaus was a duke of Bohemia during 1125 - 1140. He is known for fortification of Prague castle and also for famous battle of Chlumec, where he defeated and captured king Lothair III of Germany. After his death, duchy of Bohemia passed on his nephew Vladislaus.

Interesting fact

The Denier - Sobeslaus I ND (1125) coin from the Kingdom of Bohemia is interesting because it was issued during the reign of King Sobeslaus I, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to strengthen the Bohemian economy. Despite being made of silver, the coin weighs only 0.8 grams, making it a relatively lightweight coin compared to other coins of its time. This may have made it more accessible to a wider range of people, facilitating trade and commerce in the region.