1 Gros - Henry II (first reign) ND (1285-1306) front 1 Gros - Henry II (first reign) ND (1285-1306) back
1 Gros - Henry II (first reign) ND (1285-1306) photo
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1 Gros - Henry II first reign ND

 
Silver 4.78 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Cyprus (Crusader and Christian states in the Eastern Mediterranean)
King
Henry II (1285-1306)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1285-1306
Value
1 Gros = 24 Deniers
Currency
Denier (1192-1489)
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.78 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#122488
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned rampant lion (Lion of Cyprus) facing left in a beaded ring. Inscription around it and a solid ring on the rim.

Lettering: IERVSALEM ED ChIPR

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of King Henry II on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the strong Christian faith of the Kingdom of Cyprus during the Crusader period.