1 Denaro - Frederick II ND (1220-1245) front 1 Denaro - Frederick II ND (1220-1245) back
1 Denaro - Frederick II ND (1220-1245) photo
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1 Denaro - Frederick II ND

 
Billon 0.82 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States)
King
Frederick II (1295-1337)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1220-1245
Value
1 Denier (1⁄120)
Currency
Tari (1060-1754)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.82 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#322345
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Cross pattée with lettering around

Lettering: •R´ IERL´• EL•SICIL

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Denaro coin from the Kingdom of Sicily is that it features an image of Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Sicily during his reign from 1220 to 1245. He was known for his military conquests and his support of the arts and sciences, and his image on the coin reflects his importance in the history of the region.