1 Denier Tournois - Nicolas I ND (1371-1383) front 1 Denier Tournois - Nicolas I ND (1371-1383) back
1 Denier Tournois - Nicolas I ND (1371-1383) photo
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1 Denier Tournois - Nicolas I ND

 
Billon - -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of the Archipelago (Venetian colonies)
Duke
Nicholas I Sanudo (1323-1341)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1371-1383
Value
1 Denier Tournois
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#201304
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Bust facing forward surrounded by legend.

Lettering: AGIOPEL · NIXE

Translation:
Agiopelagi et Nixe
Archipelago and Naxos

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Denier Tournois coin from the Duchy of the Archipelago is that it features an image of a Doge, which was a unique design choice for a coin during that time period. The Doge was the ruler of the Venetian Republic, and the inclusion of this image on the coin highlights the strong influence that the Venetians had over the Duchy of the Archipelago. This coin is a rare example of a coin that combines both the symbolism of the Venetian Republic and the Duchy of the Archipelago, making it a valuable piece for collectors and historians.