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Byzantine Lead Token / Currency - Religious Motif
Byzantine Lead Token / Currency - Religious Motif
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Description
Byzantium, ca. 1000 CE. This is a lead token from Byzantium with religious decoration. Lead tokens played a major role in the medieval economy, and particularly in the Holy Land, where they were used as currency in the Crusader Kingdoms. When gold, silver, and bronze specie were scarce, these easily stamped lead coins could be used as substitutes. Size: 1.1" W (2.8 cm).

Provenance: Estate of M. Reiniger, Chicago, IL

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Condition
The token has small clips taken out of the sides and some dirt encrustation, but the decoration is clear.
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