Kingdom of Cyprus Bezant - Henry II, 1285 – 1306
Information
Country
Kingdom of Cyprus
Kingdom of Cyprus
Currency
Denier
(1192 – 1489)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Bezant - Henry II
Year
1285 – 1306
Ruler
Henry II
(1285–1306)
Composition
Electrum
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.83
Diameter (mm)
28
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Bezant - Henry II from Kingdom of Cyprus. Issued from 1285 to 1306. Struck in Electrum. Measures 28 mm and weighs 3.83 g.
- Obverse
- Christ pantokrator enthroned and facing in front. The throne is decorated with dots and annulets. Beaded ring on the rim.
- Reverse
- Full-length figure of Henry standing facing, crowned and wearing royal robes, holding long cross with crossbar on shaft, ending in double pellet, and globus cruciger. Small cross on the right of Henry.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1285-1306) | — |
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