Reverse: An Angel (possibly Archangel Michael) with a granulated nimbus facing left, single wing on the right. In its right hand the angel is holding a branch with 4 buds , itΚΌs left hand is against his chest. A Latin inscription on the left side next to the branch: CONTE (Prince, Lord or Earl).
Obverse: Christ with a granulated nimbus is depicted standing within the circle of pearls in mandorla. In his left hand he is holding the gospels, his right hand is in the ritual gesture of benediction. The initials IC XC ("Jesus Christ") at the height of his hips.
Reference: J 41-9.1, J 41-12, J (153), LJ (XI-19), I (42.14), D 229 78,79.
Comment: Extremely rare type. Issued before Stefan Lazarevic became ruler of the Serbian Kingdom, while his mother Milica was ruling. His father died in 1389 and he was too young to rule on his own.
There are only 8 registered examples.
Keywords
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