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One of five medieval coins of Sicily:: CM.272-1993

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Titles

One of five medieval coins of Sicily:

Maker(s)

Mint: Messina
Ruler: Charles of Anjou (1266-85)

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Description

Sicily, Charles I (1266-82), Messina, billon denaro (Spahr -; Travaini 112), 1.06g. From Hirsch sale 177, 3257 (part).

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1993-04-26) by Gerhard Hirsch Nachfolger

Dating

1266 - 1282

Components of the work

Object composed of billon Weight 1.06 g

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.272-1993
Primary reference Number: 275286
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Created: Thursday 19 November 2020 Updated: Thursday 7 December 2023 Last processed: Thursday 7 December 2023

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Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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