© Jean Elsen
© Jean Elsen
Fractional denier Castle ND
| Copper | 0.8 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Antioch (Crusader and Christian states in the Eastern Mediterranean) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1120-1140 |
| Value | Fractional Denier |
| Currency | Denier (1098-1268) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#86333 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Castle gate. Three stars (or leaves?) in exergue.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a castle on one side, which represents the fortified city of Antioch, the capital of the Principality of Antioch. The castle was an important symbol of power and security for the Crusader state, and its depiction on the coin highlights the significance of the city in the region's history.
