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1 Denaro - Conrad I ND
| Billon | 0.62 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Conrad I (1250-1254) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1250-1254 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Tari (1060-1754) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.62 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#204213 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
R X on field, with Ω above
Lettering: + • IERL' ET SICIL' •
Translation: Hierusalem and Siciliae [Rex]
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Denaro coin from the Kingdom of Sicily is that it features a unique blend of Christian and Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of King Conrad I, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Virgin Mary and the Christ child, surrounded by Arabic script. This blending of religious motifs reflects the cultural diversity of the Kingdom of Sicily during the 13th century, when it was a thriving center of trade and cultural exchange between Europe and the Islamic world.
