| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 198 | Silver | Auction date: 25 February 2024 |
| Lot number: 321 Price realized: 70 EUR (Approx. 76 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | Show similar lots on CoinArchives Find similar lots in upcoming auctions on  |
| Lot description: Serbia. Stefan Uros II Milutin AD 1282-1321. Dinar AR 21 mm, 1,91 g S STEFAN VROSIVS / REX, Emperor, standing facing to left, receiving banner from St. Stefan, standing facing to right / IC - XC, enthroned Christ facing. Very Fine Jovanovic 7.1.1. Stefan Uroš II Milutin, commonly known as King Milutin, was a medieval Serbian ruler who reigned as the King of Serbia from 1282 to 1321. He was a member of the Nemanjić dynasty, one of the most significant and influential royal families in medieval Serbia. Milutin was the son of King Stefan Uroš I and Queen Helen of Anjou. He came to the throne after the death of his elder brother, Stefan Dragutin. Milutin faced several challenges during his reign, including internal conflicts within the Serbian nobility and external threats from neighbouring states, especially the Byzantine Empire and the Bulgarian Empire. Despite these challenges, Milutin managed to expand the territory of Serbia and strengthen its political and economic position. He waged successful military campaigns against the Bulgarians and Byzantines, capturing important cities and regions in the Balkans. King Milutin is also known for his efforts to promote Christianity and strengthen the influence of the Serbian Orthodox Church. He founded and restored several monasteries, including the notable Gračanica Monastery, which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Milutin's reign is considered a period of prosperity and cultural development for Serbia. He was known as a wise and just ruler who supported the arts, architecture, and literature. His reign is often regarded as the "Golden Age" of medieval Serbia. Milutin's legacy continued after his death, as his son, Stefan Uroš III Dečanski, succeeded him as the Serbian king. The Nemanjić dynasty continued to rule Serbia until the late 14th century when the empire began to decline due to internal conflicts and external invasions. Starting price: 50 EUR |  |
