Denier - Federico II [Messina] ND (1194-1250) front Denier - Federico II [Messina] ND (1194-1250) back
Denier - Federico II [Messina] ND (1194-1250) photo
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Denier - Federico II [Messina] ND

 
Silver 0.9 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States)
King
Frederick II (1295-1337)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1194-1250
Value
1 Denier (1⁄120)
Currency
Tari (1060-1754)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.9 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#344428
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Cross potent, three pellets in two quarters

Lettering: + IERL’ SICIL RE

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of King Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, who was the ruler of the Kingdom of Sicily from 1194 to 1250. He was a powerful and influential leader who played a significant role in the history of Europe during the Middle Ages.