Just won this from Heritage Auctions, 2 hours ago! Crusader States/ Chios AV Zecchino ND Chios Mint 3,48g. 24mm. Struck for the Genoese Lords who ruled over Chios during period 1304-1461 when it was conquered by the Turks. The territory was originally seized by the Genoese Bennedetto Zaccharia in 1304. From 1382-1421 coinage was struck that imitated Venetian coinage. This coin imitates the AV Zecchino of Antonio Venier 1382-1400
Thanks all Best thing, I managed to get it for a $380 bid. Usually, MS-63 hammered coins are not mint state, this one has nice lustre, no wear. This was an interesting time in history.
What a gem. Interesting historical period indeed. That was just after the peak of the black plague and just before the start of the Renaissance.
