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| 裏面の説明 | Uniface coin; the reverse is blank and uninscribed, as is characteristic of bracteate coinage, where the design is impressed from a single die through the thin silver flan, leaving only a mirror-image incuse impression on the reverse field. |
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| 縁 | Plain |
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Historical Context: This Denier Bracteate, issued 1253-1270, originates from Ottokar II of Bohemia's reign, during his consolidation of the Unified Moravia and Margraviate. Known as the "Iron and Golden King," Ottokar II significantly expanded his Central European territorial control. These small Moravian bracteates underscore his economic policies, standardizing regional currency, facilitating trade, and asserting royal authority. They are tangible evidence of his burgeoning power.
Artistry: The engraver remains anonymous, typical for the era, adhering to prevalent Central European stylistic traditions. The design features a simplified Romanesque aesthetic, transitioning towards early Gothic, adapted for the bracteate format. Given its "small" designation, the obverse likely depicts a stylized, crowned head of the monarch, often facing forward or left, filling the flan. Execution prioritizes clarity of royal iconography over intricate detail, characteristic of regional mints producing thin silver coinage.
Technical/Grading: As a bracteate, this coin was struck on a thin silver flan using a single die, resulting in a uniface design. Key high-points susceptible to wear or weakness typically include the crown and facial features. Technical strike qualities vary; off-centering, uneven strike pressure causing partial design weakness, or minor planchet cracks are common. The flan's thinness also makes these coins prone to bending, creasing, or edge damage, impacting overall preservation and grading.