A superb Piast brakteat, characterized by mature sculptural craftsmanship.
The image of the saint, in which B. Haczewska sees St. Stephen, due to the characteristic attributes accompanying him.
Kraków (or Sandomierz) issue from 1230-40, before the Mongol invasion of 1241.
The only piece on the collector's market with a REVERSED (lying down) central tower.
An exquisite mint piece, with intense luster.
For the best collections. Definitely recommended.
Obverse: bust of Saint Stephen with palm leaf and four stones, under three arches with towers.
Diameter 17.5 mm, weight 0.14 g.