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Pougeoise - Raymond III ND
| Bronze | 0.59 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | County of Tripoli (Crusader and Christian states in the Eastern Mediterranean) |
|---|---|
| Count | Raymond III (1152-1187) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1152-1187 |
| Value | Pougeoise = ¼ Denier |
| Currency | Denier (1102-1289) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 0.59 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#422003 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
St. Andrew’s Cross pattée with central pellet-in-annulet; in each quarter, crescent above pellet.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ CIVITAS
Translation: Citizenship
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pougeoise - Raymond III ND (1152-1187) coin from County of Tripoli is that it features a unique blend of Christian and Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a cross, which is a common feature on Christian coins, while the reverse side features an Arabic inscription, indicating the influence of Islamic culture in the region. This blending of religious symbols reflects the complex history and cultural exchange that took place in the Crusader and Christian states in the Eastern Mediterranean during the 12th century.
