CRUSADERS — PRINCIPALITY OF ACHAea
William II of Villehardouin (1245–1278)
Medieval Silver Denier
A medieval silver denier attributed to William II of Villehardouin, Prince of Achaea, who ruled from 1245 to 1278. The coin features a prominent cross on one side, while the reverse displays a distinctive design composed of four rounded circular elements, characteristic of the stylized medieval imagery found on Crusader-period coinage.
This historically significant coin was issued in the Frankish Principality of Achaea, one of the Crusader states established in Greece following the Fourth Crusade. A fascinating piece of medieval history, it represents the coinage of the Latin rulers who controlled parts of the Byzantine world during the 13th century.
Denomination: Denier
Metal: Silver
Ruler: William II of Villehardouin
Date: 1245–1278
Region: Principality of Achaea
Period: 13th century, Crusader States
