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Denier - Spitignew II ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
|---|---|
| Duke | Spitignew II (1055-1061) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1055-1061 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (935-1300) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | 1210 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#91715 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: SCS WENCESLAS
Translation: Saint Wenceslaus
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Spitignew II ND (1055-1061) from Kingdom of Bohemia made of Silver is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. The coin's reverse depicts a cross with five pelicans, which is a symbol of the Christian faith and represents the five wounds of Christ. This design was specifically chosen by King Spitignew II, who ruled the Kingdom of Bohemia from 1055 to 1061, and it has become a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
