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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Bezant "Saracen" Crusarder imitation in the name of al-Mustansir; Tripoli ND
| Gold (.925) | 3.56 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | County of Tripoli (Crusader and Christian states in the Eastern Mediterranean) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1148-1260 |
| Value | 1 Gold Bezant (240) |
| Currency | Crusader imitation (1102-1289) |
| Composition | Gold (.925) |
| Weight | 3.56 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#271059 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Name and titles of al-Mustansir in three lines, ma’ad above; "Second Symbol" (Quran 9: 33) in outer margin. Balog & Yvon 5 var. (additional annulet on reverse)
Comment
G. LUNARDI 1985 - VOL II - CT1 (V 17) CT2 (V 16)cf. Metcalf, Crusades , 487 (for type); cf. CCS 3b (same).
From the collection of Dr. Lawrence A. Adams. Ex Matthew Rich Collection (Classical Numismatic Group 53, 15 March 2000), lot 2040.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Bezant "Saracen" coin is that it was imitated by the Crusaders in the name of al-Mustansir, indicating a level of cultural exchange and influence between the Crusader and Islamic worlds during the time period.
