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1 Denaro - Charles II of anjou (gheradino) ND
| Copper | 0.7 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1516-1554) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Tari (1060-1754) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.7 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#332782 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
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Lettering: +;IERL.ET.SICIL
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Denaro coin featuring Charles II of Anjou (Gheradino) from the Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) made of Copper weighing 0.7g is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in the region. The Kingdom of Sicily was a powerful and influential state in the Mediterranean during the Middle Ages, and the coinage issued during this period reflects the cultural and artistic achievements of the time. The coin's design features a detailed portrait of Charles II, who ruled the kingdom from 1266 to 1285, and the reverse side bears the coat of arms of the Anjou dynasty. Despite its small size, this coin is a valuable piece of history that offers a glimpse into the economic and political systems of medieval Europe.
