Denier - Federico II IPR ND
| Billon | 0.74 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1198-1250) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1220-1250 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Tari (1060-1754) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.74 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#285157 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Cross, four crescents in quarters.
Lettering: +.IERSL.ET.SICIL.R.
Translation: King of Jerusalem and Sicily.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Frederick II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Sicily. He was known for his military conquests and his attempts to centralize power, which led to conflicts with the Pope and other European powers. Despite these challenges, he was able to maintain control over the Kingdom of Sicily and issue coins like this one.
