ARMENIA. HETOUM I and Queen ZABEL, 1226-1270. Tram. Queen Zabel and King Hetoum standing facing, holding a long cross with a star at the bottom between them. Rv. Crowned lion to r. holding the cross with his left paw. 2.92 g. Bed. 852 var. Some weakness at the edge.
Extremely fine
The king's face and full beard are well struck up. The king's name contains a spelling error. Ex Harlan Berk, Chicago, Sale 165, June 20, 2009, lot 410.