ARMENIA, Cilician Armenia. Royal. Hetoum I and Zabel, 1226-1270. Tram (Silver, 22 mm, 2.93 g, 12 h). 'By the will of God' (in Armenian) Queen Zabel and king Hetoum I standing facing, both crowned and holding long cross decorated with pellet, between them. Rev. 'Hetoum, King of the Armenians' (in Armenian) Crowned lion advancing right, head facing and with raised right paw; behind long cross. AC 339. CCA 1068V. A very rare variety. Struck from somewhat worn dies, otherwise, good extremely fine.

From a European collection, formed before 2005.