Replica of Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia Gold coin - 20 mm
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Description from the seller
Exact replica (23-karat pure gold)
An Exceptionally Rare Armenian Gold Issue
Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia – King Levon I (1198–1219 AD)
Gold Half Takhekan (20 mm, 2.43 g ).
Obverse: King Levon I enthroned facing, holding a cross in his right hand and a branch in his left.
Reverse: Patriarchal cross flanked by two lions with their heads turned backward.
An exceptional example of one of the rarest gold issues of the Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia, preserved in excellent condition with an attractive original gold tone, sharp details, and remarkable eye appeal.
This coin is highly sought after by collectors of medieval Armenian and gold coinage and is seldom encountered on the market or at international auctions.
Extremely Rare.
Acquired in 2025 from Demeter Coins Falk Zünkler in Germany.
Provenance: The piece was formerly part of a private collection in Spain, having been acquired in 1987 from an antiquities dealer or gallery.
This rare piece is accompanied by the original purchase invoice and a certificate of authenticity.
Exact replica (23-karat pure gold)
An Exceptionally Rare Armenian Gold Issue
Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia – King Levon I (1198–1219 AD)
Gold Half Takhekan (20 mm, 2.43 g ).
Obverse: King Levon I enthroned facing, holding a cross in his right hand and a branch in his left.
Reverse: Patriarchal cross flanked by two lions with their heads turned backward.
An exceptional example of one of the rarest gold issues of the Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia, preserved in excellent condition with an attractive original gold tone, sharp details, and remarkable eye appeal.
This coin is highly sought after by collectors of medieval Armenian and gold coinage and is seldom encountered on the market or at international auctions.
Extremely Rare.
Acquired in 2025 from Demeter Coins Falk Zünkler in Germany.
Provenance: The piece was formerly part of a private collection in Spain, having been acquired in 1987 from an antiquities dealer or gallery.
This rare piece is accompanied by the original purchase invoice and a certificate of authenticity.
Details
Culture
Replica of Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia
Century/timeframe
1198–1219 AD
Name of object
coin
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Material
Gold
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Height
20 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1987
Width
20 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Spain
Depth
20 mm
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Yes
Authenticity
Reproduction/replica
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