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© Münzen & Medaillen GmbH
½ Dirham - Anonymous Crusader imitation
| Silver (.800) | 1.4 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Jerusalem |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 648-649 (1251-1252) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Denier (1099-1291) |
| Composition | Silver (.800) |
| Weight | 1.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#270662 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Comment
G. LUNARDI 1985 - VOL II - RG23 (V 29)G. LUNARDI 1985 - VOL II - RG24 (V 30)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it is an imitation of a Crusader coin, which was created during the Crusades, a series of religious wars fought between Christians and Muslims in the Middle East during the 12th and 13th centuries. The Crusaders were European Christians who sought to recapture the Holy Land from Muslim rule, and they established several kingdoms in the region, including the Kingdom of Jerusalem, which issued this coin. The coin's design and style are inspired by the original Crusader coins, but it was actually minted by the Kingdom of Jerusalem during a later period, in the 13th century. This imitation coin is a testament to the enduring influence of the Crusades on the culture and economy of the region.
