This unique Crusaders Coin Large Medallion Necklace features an Authentic ancient Armenian Cilicia Silver coin, the coin was minted in the 13th Century AD.
♦ January 6, 1198 AD, the Royal period of Armenian kings came to be. Prince Levon II was crowned Levon I, King of Cilician Armenia, and the Golden Age had begun.
Cilician Armenian coins were minted in copper, bronze, silver, and, in a few very rare occurrences, gold. Their styles were quite unique, comprising stylized busts, Armenian text, and sometimes incorporating contemporaneous European Crusader crosses and iconography, which lasted until the end of the kingdom in 1375 AD.
The coin in this listing was minted at the time of king Levon (Leo) II, 1270- 1289 AD.
Front shows a crowned lion with long claws standing right, tall single-barred cross behind.
Reverse shows the King in jeweled Armenian tiara riding on horseback, holding long double-cross over shoulder. The inscription says: "LEVON KING OF THE ARMENIANS" (most coin details on the back are worn away).
♦ Very good quality silver coin with many visible details on the front. It is 700 years old! You will receive the exact item is photos.
** Including a certificate of authenticity **
♦ The coin is set in a newly designed elegant bezel, decorated around in antique style dotted pattern, made of 925 Sterling silver and plated with 18K Gold, with an elegant bail.
♦ Pendant Diameter- about 1" (24 mm).
♦ You can purchase this pendant with or without a chain. We offer a 16", 18" or 20" gold plated box chain.
UPS/ FedEx Express shipping from Israel, 3-5 business days delivery, available upon checkout.
U.S. customers - all import taxes (tariff and duty) are included and prepaid. We ship with services that handle tax payments in advance, so no additional fees are required upon delivery.
