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Follis - Tancred St Peter with cross - 1st type ND
| Copper | 3.3 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Antioch (Crusader and Christian states in the Eastern Mediterranean) |
|---|---|
| Regent | Tancred, Prince of Galilee (1101-1103, 1104-1112) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1104-1112 |
| Value | 1 Follis (1⁄228) |
| Currency | Denier (1098-1268) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#405193 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Legend in 4 lines with cross at the top
Script: Greek
Lettering:
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KEBOI
OH TOΔV
ΛOCOVT
ANKPI
Translation: God help your servant Tancred
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of St. Peter holding a cross, which symbolizes the Christian faith and highlights the religious significance of the Principality of Antioch during the Crusader period.
