© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Fractional Denier - Bohemond III Star and crescent ND
| Bronze | 1.0 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Antioch (Crusader and Christian states in the Eastern Mediterranean) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Bohemond III (1163-1201) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1163-1201 |
| Value | Fractional Denier |
| Currency | Denier (1098-1268) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.0 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#426863 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Short cross pattée with annulet at each tip and pellet in each quadrant, within inner beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ BOAMVNDVS
Translation: Bohemond
Comment
Weight and planchet size are variarble, ranging from 0.6 to 1.5 gr.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Fractional Denier - Bohemond III (Star and crescent) ND (1163-1201) coin from the Principality of Antioch is that it features a unique blend of Christian and Islamic symbols. The coin bears the image of a star and crescent, which represents the Islamic faith, while the reverse side features a cross, symbolizing Christianity. This blending of religious symbols reflects the complex history of the Crusader states in the Eastern Mediterranean, where Christian and Islamic cultures coexisted and influenced each other.
