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Denier - John II Orsini ND
| Billon | 0.93 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Despotate of Epirus (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Despot | John II Orsini (1323-1335) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1323-1325 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (1205-1429) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.93 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 0.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#234913 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Castle tournois.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DE ARTA CASTRV
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - John II Orsini ND (1323-1325) from Despotate of Epirus (Byzantine states) made of Billon weighing 0.93 g is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts a cross, which symbolizes the Christian faith, while the reverse side features a image of a pagan deity, possibly Apollo or Dionysus. This blending of religious symbols reflects the complex religious landscape of the Byzantine Empire during the 14th century.