1 Tari - Ruggero II ND (1140-1154) front 1 Tari - Ruggero II ND (1140-1154) back
1 Tari - Ruggero II ND (1140-1154) photo
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1 Tari - Ruggero II ND

 
Gold (.640) 1.043 g 11 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States)
King
Roger II (1105-1154)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1140-1154
Value
1 Tari
Currency
Tari (1060-1754)
Composition
Gold (.640)
Weight
1.043 g
Diameter
11 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#102756
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross with IC XC NI CA surrounded by pseudo-kufic legend

Comment

At least 9 variants exist.

Weight can vary between 0.82 and 1.5 grams. Diameter between 12 and 14 mm.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Tari coin from the Kingdom of Sicily is that it features an image of King Ruggero II on one side, while the other side bears the inscription "SICILIE ET PALERMITANORUM REX" which translates to "King of Sicily and Palermo". This coin was minted during Ruggero II's reign from 1140 to 1154 and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.