1198–1219 Armenia – Cilician Armenia Silver Tram
King Levon I (Leo I) • PCGS MS61
A remarkable medieval silver coin from the Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia, issued during the reign of King Levon I (1198–1219), one of the most important rulers of medieval Armenia.
Known as the "Tram," this coin represents the powerful Armenian kingdom that flourished along the Mediterranean coast during the era of the Crusades. Cilician Armenia maintained close connections with the Crusader states and became an important political and commercial power between the Byzantine, Islamic, and European worlds.
The obverse depicts King Levon I seated on a throne, wearing a crown and royal garments while holding symbols of authority. The reverse features a lion holding a cross, a powerful symbol of Armenian royal identity and Christian faith.
Professionally certified by PCGS and graded MS61, this example displays exceptional preservation for a coin struck over 800 years ago, with strong remaining details and attractive medieval character.
Specifications
- Region: Cilician Armenia
- Ruler: King Levon I (1198–1219)
- Period: Medieval / Crusader Era
- Denomination: Tram
- Metal: Silver
- Weight: Approximately 3 grams
- Strike: Hammered coinage
- Certification: PCGS
- Grade: MS61
A fascinating medieval silver coin connecting collectors directly to the age of the Crusades, Armenian kings, and the crossroads of medieval Europe and the Near East.
