CRUSADERS. Antioch. Bohémond I. Æ Follis (3.56 g), 1098-1111. Bust of St. Peter facing, nimbate, with curly hair and a short, curly beard, wearing tunic, raising hand in benediction and holding cross. Reverse: B / H / M / T within angles of cross pommetée and fleuronée (Cross of the Tree of Life). CCS 1. Metcalf 47-8. Very Rare. Remarkably clear for the issue. Attractive earthen brown patina. Choice Very Fine. Estimated Value $1,000 - UP
Ex Tareq Hani Collection.