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1 Denaro - Manfredi "M" ND
| Billon | 0.79 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Manfred (1258-1266) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1258-1266 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Tari (1060-1754) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.79 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#173627 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Lettering: + • SICILIE • R •
Translation: King of Sicily
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Denaro - Manfredi ("M") ND (1258-1266) 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 Manfredi, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Lion of Sicily, which was a symbol of the kingdom's ruling dynasty, the Hohenstaufens. The coin's design reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the Kingdom of Sicily during the 13th century, when it was a major center of trade and cultural exchange between Europe and the Islamic world.
