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Title: Spanish? Crusader? Small Bronze
Post by: mrbigb625 on August 10, 2017, 07:36:39 pm

Hello,
I came across this recently and there is not enough legend for me to attribute myself.
For some reason it reminds me of Spanish. And the cross on the reverse reminds me of crusader.
That is about as far as i have been able to get.

It is Bronze, about 2.7 grams and has a 19.25 maximum diameter.

Any help would be appreciated.
Thank you

Title: Re: Spanish? Crusader? Small Bronze
Post by: Vladislav D on August 10, 2017, 09:18:51 pm

I think - Crusader, Chios (under the Maona Society). Battista Giustiniani Campi. 1487-1488. Æ Tornese
Lunardi S37 . Schlumberger 11
Best Regards ,
Vlad .

Title: Re: Spanish? Crusader? Small Bronze
Post by: mrbigb625 on August 11, 2017, 08:13:21 am

That does look like it!
Thank you very much. Your help is appreciated.
B

Title: Re: Spanish? Crusader? Small Bronze
Post by: Meepzorp on August 11, 2017, 10:12:39 am

Hi mrb,

I recognized the type immediately (as soon as I looked at it). My paternal grandparents came from the Genoa, Italy area, and I specialize in collecting Genoese coins.

Here is my example (first coin):

https://www.forumancientcoins.com/meepzorp/mi_gencol_pt03.htm

Meepzorp

Title: Re: Spanish? Crusader? Small Bronze
Post by: Meepzorp on August 11, 2017, 10:14:50 am

Hi Vlad D,

Nice work!!! :)

Meepzorp