A very rare type of Wroclaw denarius from a distinctive issue with the head of St. John and the monogram SI (Sanctus Iohannes) forming a cross.
Issued by Boleslaw the Wry-mouthed as Silesian prince, dated 1097-1107.
Rare variant of the stamp with a cross with uncommon ends (bifurcating), all around the legend SIOHANNES on the obverse.
BOLEZLAVS legend clockwise on the reverse.
A beautiful piece, despite scarcity, with natural luster, great freshness of the sheet, very sharp relief.
Definitely recommended - for the best collections.
obverse: monogram SI in linear border, in outer border legend BOLEZLAVS
reverse: head of St. John in front, in linear border, in outer border legend +SIOHANNES
Silver, diameter 13 mm, weight 0.61 g.
