Kingdom of Cyprus Bezant - Hugh I, 1205 – 1218
Information
Country
Kingdom of Cyprus
Kingdom of Cyprus
Currency
Denier
(1192 – 1489)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Bezant - Hugh I
Year
1205 – 1218
Ruler
Hugh I
(1205–1218)
Composition
Electrum
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.7
Diameter (mm)
28
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Bezant - Hugh I from Kingdom of Cyprus. Issued from 1205 to 1218. Struck in Electrum. Measures 28 mm and weighs 3.7 g.
- Obverse
- Christ sitting on a throne holding the Gospel left and his right hand is raised. Two rings surrounds him. (Jesus Christ)
- Reverse
- The King standing and facing in front. He wears a coat and a crown, holds sceptre cruciger with his right hand and a globus cruciger with his left. (Hugo, king of Cyprus)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1205-1218) | — |
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