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1 Gros - Henry II second reign ND
| Silver | 4.4 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Cyprus (Crusader and Christian states in the Eastern Mediterranean) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry II (1310-1324) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1310-1324 |
| Value | 1 Gros = 24 Deniers |
| Currency | Denier (1192-1489) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.4 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#86716 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Cross of jerusalem (large cross with a square in the centre, with smaller crosses in each quarter part), surrounded by a beaded ring. Another beaded ring on the rim, with the inscription between the rings.
Lettering: + IERVSALEM ED ChIPR,
Translation: Jerusalem and Cyprus
Comment
The weights of the gros de Chypre minted during the second reign of Henri II vary from 4.3g to 4.7g.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Gros coin from the Kingdom of Cyprus is that it features an image of King Henry II on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the Christian faith that was prevalent in the region during the Crusader period.
