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Denier - Anonymous Siege coinage ND
| Billon (.250 silver) (Silver Billon) | 1.04 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Jerusalem |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1100-1200 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (1099-1291) |
| Composition | Billon (.250 silver) (Silver Billon) |
| Weight | 1.04 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#270661 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Patriarchal cross on pedestal; palms and stars flanking.
Comment
G. LUNARDI 1985 - VOL II - RG11 (XIX 3)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used during the Crusades, specifically during the Siege of Jerusalem in 1099. The coin was minted by the Crusaders to finance their military campaigns and was used as a means of exchange among the soldiers and merchants. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the coin played a significant role in the history of the Crusades and the Kingdom of Jerusalem.
