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Denier - Bolesław I the Brave
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
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| Year | 1003-1004 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
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| Obverse description | Central field features a stylized frontal bust or effigy, likely representing a bishop or ruler, depicted in a highly schematic manner characteristic of early medieval Bohemian coinage. The figure appears robed, with arms extended and holding objects possibly interpreted as a crozier or scepter. The surrounding legend is rendered in degenerate Latin script, partially retrograde, running along the coin's border. The design is struck on an irregular flan with uneven surfaces typical of hammered early medieval issues. The overall artistic style reflects the primitive engraving conventions of the early 11th century. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse displays a highly stylized architectural or decorative motif, possibly representing a stylized church facade, altar, or abstract geometric composition, consistent with Bohemian deniers of the early 11th century. The design is composed of intersecting angular lines and cross-like elements arranged in a symmetrical but schematic pattern. The surrounding legend, rendered in degenerate and partially retrograde Latin script, runs along the coin's circumference. Strike quality is characteristic of primitive hammered coinage, with the design unevenly distributed across the irregular flan. The reverse typology is closely associated with the brief occupation of Bohemia by Bolesław I the Brave of Poland. |
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| Edge | Plain |
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