Denier - Svatopluk ND (1107-1109) front Denier - Svatopluk ND (1107-1109) back
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Denier - Svatopluk ND

 
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Description
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
References
Numista
N#130235
Rarity index
100%

Edge

Plain

Comment

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 on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the Christian faith that was prevalent during his reign.