© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1 Gros - Peter II ND
| Silver | 4.35 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Cyprus (Crusader and Christian states in the Eastern Mediterranean) |
|---|---|
| King | Peter II (1369-1382) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1369-1382 |
| Value | 1 Gros = 24 Deniers |
| Currency | Denier (1192-1489) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.35 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#122564 |
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| Rarity index | 97% |
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: D’IERU3ALEM ED ChIPRE
Translation: (King of) Jerusalem ans Cyprus
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Gros coin from the Kingdom of Cyprus is that it features an image of Saint Peter on one side, which was a common feature on coins during the Crusader period. This highlights the strong religious influence of Christianity in the region during that time.
