Lot 3321
Armenia. Levon III, 1301-1307. AR Takvorin (2.57 g) minted at the city of Sis. Levon III on horseback right, holding long cross; to left, monogram. Reverse: Lion walking right; behind, long cross. Bedoukian (Medieval Armenian Coins) 89; Bed. (ANS NNM 147) 1770. Unusually fine style. Extremely Fine.
The nephew of Hetoum II, Levon III was elevated to co-ruler in 1301. Numismatically, it was a period of debasement and generally careless workmanship. In 1307, Levon III was killed by the Mongol general Pilarghou.
Estimated Value $400 - 500.
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