© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Tari ND
| Gold | 1.04 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1059-1085 |
| Value | 1 Tari |
| Currency | Tari (1060-1754) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.04 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#112100 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Comment
Anonymous imitation of the Fatimid ¼ dinar, blundered mint & date, Islamic legends only, probably struck during or shortly after the period 1070-1075 when the Normans effectively ousted the FatimidsInteresting fact
The 1 Tari coin from the Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) made of Gold weighing 1.04g is interesting because it was issued during the reign of King Roger II, who was known for his military conquests and administrative reforms. This coin was part of a new currency system introduced by Roger II, which replaced the old system based on the Byzantine solidus. The 1 Tari coin was equivalent to 1/12 of a gold solidus and was used as a standard unit of exchange throughout the kingdom. Its design featured the king's name and title in Latin, as well as an image of Christ on the obverse, and an image of the king on the reverse. Despite its small size, this coin played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce within the kingdom and beyond.
