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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Silver coin - Leo I ND
| Silver | 1.88 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Cilician Armenia (Crusader and Christian states in the Eastern Mediterranean) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Leo I the Great (Լեւոն Ա) (1187-1198) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1187-1198 |
| Currency | Tram (1080-1301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.88 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#115204 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross pattée, with ends terminating in annulets; crescents in quarters
Lettering: [ՈՐ]ԴԻ ՍՏԵՖԱՆԷԻ
Translation: Son of Stephan
Comment
Reportedly coinage of Cilician barons.AC 250
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Leo I ND silver coin from Cilician Armenia is that it features an image of a lion on one side, which was a symbol of power and strength in the Armenian kingdom.
