© AUREA Numismatika
© AUREA Numismatika
Denier - Vratislaus II ND
| Billon | 0.70 g | 15.1 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
|---|---|
| Duke | Vratislaus II (1061-1085) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1061-1085 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (935-1300) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.70 g |
| Diameter | 15.1 mm |
| Thickness | 0.65 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | 1210 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#78270 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Edge
Plain
Comment
Vratislaus II, second son of Bretislaus I, taken control of Duchy of Bohemia in 1061. He is known for being the very firs king of Bohemia. We was active in the Investiture contests, and as a token of gratitude, he recieved royal coronation from the hands of the Holy Roman Emperor Henry IV, although the title was not hereditary. Thus he ruled as a king from 1085 until 1092.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Vratislaus II, who was the Duke of Bohemia from 1061 to 1085. During his rule, he supported the spread of Christianity in Bohemia and also strengthened the power of the duchy. This coin, made of Billon and weighing 0.70g, was likely used for everyday transactions and could have been carried by people from all walks of life in the Kingdom of Bohemia during that time.
