Crusader Denier
OriginCrusader States
First Minted1100
MaterialSilver
TypeCoin
About Crusader Denier
The silver coin of the Crusader kingdoms, modeled on the French denier. Featured a cross and the name of the king of Jerusalem. The quality varied widely between mints. The coins of the Kingdom of Jerusalem are the most collectible. The Principality of Antioch and County of Tripoli also issued their own coinage. Crusader coins show a blend of European and Islamic artistic influences.
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