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1 Denaro - James I ND
Copper | 0.5 g | 15 mm |
Issuer | Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) |
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King | James I (1285-1295) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1285-1296 |
Value | 1 Denier (1⁄120) |
Currency | Tari (1060-1754) |
Composition | Copper |
Weight | 0.5 g |
Diameter | 15 mm |
Thickness | 0.3 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#150174 |
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Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Patent cross, with four globes in quadrants, within a beaded circle.
Lettering: • REX • SICILIE •
Translation: King of Sicily.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Denaro coin from the Kingdom of Sicily, issued during the reign of James I (1285-1296), features a unique design element - a small cross on the reverse side, which was added to symbolize the coin's purity and authenticity.