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1 Denaro - Corrado II - Omega C ND
| Billon | 0.8 g | 15 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 | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#351103 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Cross pattée, lis or clover of four pellets on stem in the second and third quarters
Lettering: + ET SICILIE REX
Comment
Conrad 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 - Corrado II - Omega C ND (1254-1258) coin from the Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) 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 Corrado II, while the reverse side features an Arabic inscription reading "Al-Mustansir bi-Allah" (meaning "The Victorious by God"), reflecting the cultural exchange and blending of religions that occurred during the medieval period in Sicily.
