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Fractional Denier - Raymond de Poitiers Altar ND
| Copper | 1.3 g | 17 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 | Fractional Denier |
| Currency | Denier (1098-1268) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#48526 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Altar on four legs, chalice on top, cross above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ ANTIOCHIE
Translation: of Antioch
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Fractional Denier - Raymond de Poitiers (Altar) ND (1136-1149) coin from the Principality of Antioch is that it features an image of a cross on the reverse side, which symbolizes the Christian faith of the Crusader states in the Eastern Mediterranean.
