Follis - Richard of Salerno ND (1104-1108) front Follis - Richard of Salerno ND (1104-1108) back
Follis - Richard of Salerno ND (1104-1108) photo
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Follis - Richard of Salerno ND

 
Copper 5.99 g 26.0 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Edessa (Crusader and Christian states in the Eastern Mediterranean)
Regent
Richard of Salerno (1104-1108)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1104-1108
Value
Follis (1)
Currency
Denier (1098-1144)
Composition
Copper
Weight
5.99 g
Diameter
26.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#125144
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Inscription on four lines with a ring around it.

Lettering:

BOHΘ
PIKΔP
ΔW

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Follis coin from County of Edessa is that it features an image of Richard of Salerno, who was a prominent Crusader leader and the Count of Edessa from 1104 to 1108. The coin's design highlights the close ties between the Crusader states and the Christian states in the Eastern Mediterranean during the 12th century.