New acquisition,Philip of Taranto, 1294-1313

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  1. expat

    expat Remember you are unique, just like everyone else Supporter

    Only my second Medieval era coin.
    Obverse

    Cross pattée.

    Lettering: ✠ ⚜ PhS • P • TAR • DESP ⚜

    Unabridged legend: Philippus, princeps Tarenti, despotes.

    Translation: Philippus princeps Taranti, despatus
    Reverse

    Castle tournois.

    Lettering: ✠ +NEPANTI CIVIS+
    Schlumb# 13, MAL# 94
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    Last edited: May 25, 2024
    expat, May 25, 2024
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    expat Remember you are unique, just like everyone else Supporter

    Sorry folks, turned out the auction description was totally wrong. I have edited the thread
     
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  4. wittwolf

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    I have gotten a bit into medieval era coins too lately and purchased a coin with a quite similar design minted under King Louis VIII. of France:
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