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Denier - Baldwin III Tower of David - honed type ND
| Billon (.250 silver) (Silver Billon) | 0.75 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Jerusalem |
|---|---|
| King | Baldwin III (1143-1163) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1143-1163 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (1099-1291) |
| Composition | Billon (.250 silver) (Silver Billon) |
| Weight | 0.75 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#42008 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Tower of David in Jerusalem, late style
Script: Latin
Lettering: + DEIERVSALEM
Translation: ... of Jerusalem
Comment
G. LUNARDI 1985 - VOL II - RG4 (III 22)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and Islamic influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of Baldwin III, the King of Jerusalem, while the reverse side features an intricate design that includes the Tower of David and Arabic script. This blending of cultural influences reflects the diverse religious and cultural landscape of the Kingdom of Jerusalem during the 12th century.
