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1 Denaro - Corrado II ND
| Billon | 0.5 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Conradin (1254-1258) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1254-1258 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Tari (1060-1754) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.5 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#348267 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Cross pattée with pellets at the corners of each arm, over long cross that divides the legend
Lettering: ET SICILIE REX
Comment
Kingdom of Naples and Sicily, Conrad II (Conradin), King of Jerusalem and Sicily, 1254 - 1258Conrad II in Sicily was officially Conrad III in Jerusalem but was called "the Younger" or "the Boy," and most often the diminutive "Conradin." Conradin was an infant when he assumed the throne. Manfred his regent, although only about 18 years old, acted loyally and with vigor in the execution of his trust. However, upon a false rumor of Conradin's death, Manfred was crowned king 1258 and refused to abdicate when the rumor was proved false. Pope Clement IV defeated and killed Manfred. At age 16, Conradin was defeated and beheaded by Charles of Anjou, ending the legitimate Hohenstaufen line.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Denaro coin from the Kingdom of Sicily is that it features an image of King Corrado II on one side and a cross on the other, which symbolizes the kingdom's strong religious ties to Christianity.
