© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
Denier - Raymond of Poitiers Type I; long neck ND
| Silver | 1.1 g | 18 mm |
| 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 | 1.1 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#42002 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Short cross within beaded inner circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ ANTIOCHIE
Translation: Antioch
Comment
This type is distinguished from the other Raymond denier by the long neck that divides the legend below the bust.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image 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.
