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Copper Cup Double Cross Banner Type - Stefan Radoslav ND
| Copper | 3.78 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Serbia (medieval) |
|---|---|
| King | Stephen Radoslav (1228-1234) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1228-1233 |
| Value | 1 Aspron Trachy |
| Currency | Dinar (1217-1459) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.78 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Concave |
| Technique | Hammered (scyphate) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#158845 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Jesus Christ sitting on the throne without back,right hand raised in blessing,with left holds Gospels
Lettering: IC - XC
Translation: (IC)-Jesus (XC)-Christ
Comment
Very first Serbian medieval coin struck about 1230.Struck on basis of the unique Byzantine monetary system,only one Serbian copper cup coin. Only 30 examples are known.Reference: J (3), I (1.4)
http://www.serbianmedievalcoins.com/king-stefan-radoslav.php
https://www.cngcoins.com/Coin.aspx?CoinID=170343#
Interesting fact
The Copper Cup Double Cross (Banner Type) coin from Serbia, minted during the reign of Stefan Radoslav (1228-1233), features a unique design element - a double cross on the reverse side, which is believed to symbolize the unity of the Christian faith and the power of the Serbian kingdom.
