© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
Bezant "Saracen" - Anonymous Crusader imitation - 2nd type - Tyre ND
| Gold (.833) | 3.61 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Jerusalem |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1187-1260 |
| Value | Gold Bezant (240) |
| Currency | Denier (1099-1291) |
| Composition | Gold (.833) |
| Weight | 3.61 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#114880 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Comment
Ma-5. A-730Imitation of a Fatimid dinar of al-Âmir al-Mansur (1101-1130)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Bezant "Saracen" coin is that it was imitated by the Crusaders, specifically the Second Type - Tyre, which speaks to the coin's significance and value during that time period.
