Denier - Raymond of Poitiers (Type 2; small bust) ND (1136-1149) front Denier - Raymond of Poitiers (Type 2; small bust) ND (1136-1149) back
Denier - Raymond of Poitiers (Type 2; small bust) ND (1136-1149) photo
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Denier - Raymond of Poitiers Type 2; small bust ND

 
Silver 1.0 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Antioch (Crusader and Christian states in the Eastern Mediterranean)
Prince
Raymond of Poitier (1136-1149)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1136-1149
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier (1098-1268)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.0 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#86342
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Cross pattée within inner beaded circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ ANTIOCHIE

Translation: Antioch

Comment

This type is distinguished from Type 1 by the bust not extending significantly below the inner circle, and not dividing the legend.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Raymond of Poitiers, who was a prominent leader during the Crusades and played a significant role in the establishment of Christian states in the Eastern Mediterranean.