Denier - Svatopluk ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
|---|---|
| Duke | Svatopluk (1107-1109) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1107-1109 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (935-1300) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | 1210 |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#130234 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Svatopluk was duke of Bohemia (1107 - 1109) during times of intra-dynastic struggles. He is noted for his extermination of Vršovice noble family in 1108. One of the surviving Vršovice noblemen killed the duke on military campaign following year. After his death, reign passed on his younger brother Vladislaus.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Svatopluk ND (1107-1109) from Kingdom of Bohemia made of Silver is that it features an image of King Svatopluk II, who ruled Bohemia from 1107 to 1109, on one side, and a cross with three pelicans on the other side. The pelicans are believed to symbolize the three sons of Noah, who according to legend, repopulated the earth after the flood. This coin is considered a rare and valuable artifact for collectors and historians, providing insight into the economic and political systems of medieval Europe.
