Denier - Henry I ND (1218-1253) front Denier - Henry I ND (1218-1253) back
Denier - Henry I ND (1218-1253) photo
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Denier - Henry I ND

 
Billon 0.77 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Cyprus (Crusader and Christian states in the Eastern Mediterranean)
King
Henry I (1218-1253)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1218-1253
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier (1192-1489)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.77 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#126821
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Two towered gateway with a star in the middle. All in a beaded ring and the inscription around it. Another beaded ring on the rim.

Lettering: REX CYPRI

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of King Henry I on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the strong Christian faith of the Kingdom of Cyprus during the Crusader period.