1 Kardez - Constantine I ND
| Copper | 2 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Cilician Armenia (Crusader and Christian states in the Eastern Mediterranean) |
|---|---|
| King | Constantine III (Կոստանդին Գ) (1298-1299) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1298-1299 |
| Value | 1 Kardez (0.1) |
| Currency | Tram (1080-1301) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#47612 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Greek cross with an X in the center and dots at the edges
Lettering: ՇԻՆԵԼ ԳԱ[ՂԱԳ]Ն ՍԻՍ Է
Translation: Struck in the city of Sis
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Kardez - Constantine I ND (1298-1299) coin from Cilician Armenia is that it features an image of a cross on one side, which reflects the Christian faith of the region. The presence of this symbol highlights the strong religious influence in the area during the time period.
