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1 Kardez - Leo III ND
| Copper | 3.11 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Cilician Armenia (Crusader and Christian states in the Eastern Mediterranean) |
|---|---|
| King | Leo III (Լևոն Դ) (1301-1307) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1301-1307 |
| Value | 1 Kardez (0.1) |
| Currency | Takvorin (1301-1375) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.11 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#70655 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Greek cross, with short and then a long horizontal bar.
Lettering: +ՇԻՆ ... Ի ՍԻ
Translation: Struck in the City of Sis.
Comment
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Kardez coin from Cilician Armenia is that it features an image of King Leo III on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the Christian faith that was prevalent in the region during that time period.
