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Pougeoise - Bohemond III ND
| Silver | 0.83 g | 16.09 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 |
| Currency | Denier (1098-1268) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.83 g |
| Diameter | 16.09 mm |
| Thickness | 0.98 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#348612 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Cross, star in each quarter.
Lettering: +ANTIOCHIA (pelleted As and Cs)
Unabridged legend: Antiochia
Translation: Antioch
Edge
Irregular
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pougeoise - Bohemond III ND (1163-1201) coin from the Principality of Antioch is that it features a unique blend of Christian and Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of Bohemond III, the Prince of Antioch, while the reverse side features a cross and a crescent moon, symbolizing the cultural exchange and religious coexistence that characterized the Crusader states in the Eastern Mediterranean during that time.