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½ Gros - James II ND
| Silver | 1.7 g | 22.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Cyprus (Crusader and Christian states in the Eastern Mediterranean) |
|---|---|
| King | James II (1463-1473) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1460-1473 |
| Value | ½ Gros = 12 Deniers |
| Currency | Denier (1192-1489) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 22.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#124714 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross of jerusalem (large cross with a square in the centre, with smaller crosses in each quarter part), surrounded by a beaded ring. Another beaded ring on the rim, with the inscription between the rings.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + R IERVS CIPRI ET ARM
Lettering (regular font): + R IERVS CIPRI ET ARM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Gros coin of James II ND (1460-1473) from the Kingdom of Cyprus is that it features a unique blend of Christian and Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a cross, which is a common feature on Christian coins, while the reverse side features an inscription in Arabic, which was the language of the Islamic world at the time. This blending of religious symbols and languages reflects the cultural diversity and religious tolerance that existed in the Kingdom of Cyprus during the Crusader period.
