Pougeoise - Raymond of Tripoli ND
| Copper | 0.9 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Lordship of Beirut (Kingdom of Jerusalem) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Raymond III of Tripoli (1184-1186) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1184-1186 |
| Value | 1 Pougeoise (¼) |
| Currency | Denier (1110-1291) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 0.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#74978 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Eight-rayed star within circle, legend around.
Lettering: +.D.A.V.I.T
Edge
Plain
Comment
Further reference: CCS 3.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pougeoise - Raymond of Tripoli ND (1184-1186) coin is that it features an image of a cross on one side and an image of Raymond of Tripoli on the other side. This coin was issued during the Lordship of Beirut, which was a Crusader state established in the 12th century in the Kingdom of Jerusalem. The use of a cross and a human figure on the coin reflects the religious and political influences of the time.
