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Augustalis of Frederick II (1198-1250), Kingdom of Sicily and Southern Italy
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Augustalis of Frederick II (1198-1250), Kingdom of Sicily and Southern Italy
FIT168052 Augustalis of Frederick II (1198-1250), Kingdom of Sicily and Southern Italy, Messina Mint, 1231-50 (obverse) (gold) (for reverse see 168053) by Italian School, (13th century); diameter: 2cm cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23357048
© Fitzwilliam Museum / Bridgeman Images
Coin Friedrich Ii Hohenstaufen Laurel Wreath Norman Staufer
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This print showcases the exquisite Augustalis of Frederick II, a coin from the Kingdom of Sicily and Southern Italy. Minted in Messina between 1231 and 1250, this gold coin bears the profile portrait of King Frederick II, who reigned during the 13th century. The diameter of this remarkable piece measures just 2cm. The intricate relief work on this coin is truly awe-inspiring. Encircled by a laurel wreath, King Frederick II's regal profile comes to life with stunning detail. This portrayal captures his noble features and conveys a sense of power and authority befitting a king. As part of the Fitzwilliam Museum's collection at the University of Cambridge in the UK, this Augustalis holds immense historical significance. It represents an era when Sicily was under Norman rule before being united with Southern Italy as part of Frederick II's vast kingdom. The Hohenstaufen dynasty to which Frederick II belonged left an indelible mark on European history, and this coin serves as a tangible reminder of their reign. Its preservation allows us to appreciate not only its artistic beauty but also its role as currency during that time. Thanks to Bridgeman Images' expertise in capturing fine art prints like these, we can now admire this exceptional piece from afar. Let it transport you back in time to an age where kings ruled with grandeur and coins were works of art themselves.
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