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½ Tahekan - Leo I ND
| Gold | 2.46 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Cilician Armenia (Crusader and Christian states in the Eastern Mediterranean) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Leo I the Great (Լեւոն Ա) (1187-1198) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1198-1219 |
| Value | ½ Tahekan (5) |
| Currency | Tram (1080-1301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 2.46 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#315505 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Patriarchal cross flanked by two lions, heads reverted
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Tahekan coin from Cilician Armenia is that it features an image of King Leo I on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the Christian faith that was prevalent in the region during that time period.
